1968 Map of Mathias Point

About this map

The Potomac River dominates this mid-century coastal survey, where the Maryland and Virginia state lines meet along the water's edge. The landscape is defined by its deep estuaries and prominent landforms, notably Cedar Point Neck and Mathias Point Neck. The late 1960s found this region serving critical federal interests, evidenced by the expansive facilities of the U S Naval Research Laboratory and Harry Diamond Laboratories near Blossom Pt. Inland, the rural character of Charles County is preserved in small communities like Welcome and Hill Top, connected by roads such as Annapolis Woods Road. Maritime life is centered around the Port Tobacco River, where the Port Tobacco Marina and historic sites like St Ignatius Ch overlook the water, reflecting a shoreline that balances recreation, defense, and long-standing local heritage.