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1953 Map of Nordland

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Nordland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Marrowstone Island and the neighboring shoreline of the Quimper Peninsula define this coastal landscape as it appeared in the mid-20th century. The settlement of Nordland sits centrally on the island's eastern coast, overlooking the waters of Mystery Bay. This period reflects a significant military and maritime presence, with the Coast Guard Reservation at Marrowstone Point and a large Naval Reservation on the western shore.

The map reveals a transition toward public recreation and conservation, notably at Fort Flagler State Park on the northern tip of the island and Oak Bay Park near the Portage Canal. For those researching local families, Sound View Cemetery is a prominent landmark, while the intricate coastlines of Kilisut Harbor and Scow Bay illustrate the area's historical reliance on these protected waterways for transport and industry.