1939 Map of New Orleans East, 1949 Print
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1939 Map of New Orleans East

USGS Topo · Published 1949

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New Orleans radiates from the crescent of the Mississippi River, showcasing a dense urban grid in the years before mid-century expansion. The map detail highlights the complex drainage and navigation infrastructure required for the city's survival, including the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal and numerous pumping stations. Prominent institutional landmarks such as Dillard University, Newcomb College Tulane University, and the Fairgrounds define the interior geography, while the historic St Louis Cem and Metairie Cemetery provide significant points of interest for genealogists.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1939
Date Published1949
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 20.7 inches

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