1971 Map of Massies Corner

About this map

Massies Corner and the surrounding rural landscape of the Piedmont are defined by the winding course of the Rappahannock River and its major tributary, the Thornton River. This 1971 record shows a region of scattered crossroads and small communities such as Amissville, Viewtown, and Laurel Mills. The terrain is marked by prominent peaks like Battle Mountain and Jefferson Mountain, with the lowlands largely partitioned into fields and orchards, many delineated by the fine red dashed lines indicating historical fence and field boundaries visible from aerial photography. Local social and economic life is anchored by country churches, including Battle Run Ch and Forest Grove Ch, and a Drive-in Theater situated near the intersection of two primary routes. This survey provides a clear view of the water-powered legacy at Laurel Mills and the ford crossing the Rappahannock into Fauquier County.