1957 Map of Manteo

About this map

Cape Hatteras National Seashore dominates this 1950s survey, capturing the Outer Banks before the era of intensive modern development. The mapping shows the delicate geography of Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island, anchored by the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and the small coastal villages of Avon, Buxton, and Hatteras. Further north, Roanoke Island serves as a cultural hub, home to Manteo and the commemorative site of Fort Raleigh NHS. Across the Pamlico Sound, the mainland is characterized by the expansive Dare County Range Military Reservation and the remote settlement of Buffalo City near the Alligator River. The presence of numerous U S Coast Guard Stations and the Billy Mitchell Field underscores the region's strategic maritime and aviation significance during the mid-20th century.