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1963 Map of Manchester

USGS Topo · Published 1992

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The Hockanum River and Scantic River systems define the industrial and residential geography of this region, which was undergoing significant urban expansion by the late 20th century. While the Connecticut River forms the western boundary, the interior is shaped by historic settlements like East Windsor Hill and Wapping. The map reveals a landscape in transition, where legacy features such as claypits and the Vintons Millpond exist alongside the burgeoning infrastructure of Interstate 84 and Rentschler Airport. Local genealogy and community history are well-represented by numerous sites of worship and burial, including Temple Beth Hillel, St James Cemetery, and Beth Sholom Mem Park. Educational and cultural development is evident through the presence of the Lutz Museum and institutions like East Catholic High Sch. Small streams such as Podunk River and Dry Brook thread through the hills, providing a glimpse of the original drainage patterns before modern suburban development and highway interchanges altered the local terrain.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1992
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain