1943 Map of Nassawadox

About this map

The Pennsylvania R R corridor anchors the agricultural and maritime landscape of Northampton County during the early 1940s. Moving inland from the barrier island system of Hog Island Bay, the land transitions from the intricate salt marshes of Crabbing Marsh and Brick House Neck to the established truck farming communities clustered along the rail line. Small settlements such as Nassawadox, Weirwood, and Marionville serve as vital shipping points for the Eastern Shore's produce. The map illustrates a complex coastal economy where the Machipongo River meets the bay, marked by navigation aids like Great Machipongo River Lt 4 and the commercial activity at Thomas Wharf. Local genealogists will find value in the specific placement of crossroads like Little Johnsontown and Hare Valley, which reflect the historic settlement patterns between the Sea Side Road and the inland forest edge.