The Mississippi River carves a massive crescent through this urban landscape, defining the character of New Orleans and its surrounding communities. From the historic Vieux Carre and Storyville neighborhoods on the east bank to Gretna, Harvey, and Marrero on the west, the map details a complex network of wharves and river-based industry. The waterfront is dense with infrastructure, including the Napoleon Avenue Wharves and the Stuyvesant Docks, illustrating the city's role as a major port.
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1891 · Spanish Fort
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1891 · New Orleans
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1892 · Chef Menteur
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1892 · St. Bernard
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1932 · New Orleans NE
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1932 · New Orleans NW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1932 · New Orleans SE
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1932 · New Orleans SW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1936 · Chef Menteur
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1936 · Spanish Fort
USGS Topo · 1:62,500