1939 Map of New Orleans East
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1939 Map of New Orleans East

USGS Topo · Published 1939

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The Mississippi River creates a dramatic crescent through the heart of New Orleans in this mid-1930s survey, illustrating the city's complex relationship with water and industry. Across the river, settlements like Algiers, McDonoghville, and Gretna are well-defined, while the West Bank's southern reaches remain dominated by drainage systems like the Planters Canal and Intracoastal Waterway. This era shows a city deeply integrated with rail and maritime commerce, featuring the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal and major rail hubs including the Union Sta and the Southern Railway.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1939
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 19.8 inches

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