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1966 Map of Montgomery

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Montgomery
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The agricultural hub of Montgomery serves as the focal point of this mid-1960s survey, illustrating a landscape defined by its glacial lakes and intersecting rail lines. Situated along the Chicago North Western and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroads, the town reflects its importance as a transport link for the surrounding townships of Lanesburgh, Wheatland, and Erin.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the distribution of community landmarks, including several rural cemeteries such as Bohemian Cem and St Michael Cem. The map captures the intricate shoreline of numerous water bodies, including Lake Pepin and Lake Sanborn, which break up the gridded section lines. The presence of a High Sch, Roadside Park, and a dedicated Radio Tower indicate the infrastructure of a growing mid-century Minnesota community.