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1907 Map of Norfolk
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1907 Map of Norfolk

USGS Topo · Published 1907

About this map

Norfolk and its surrounding tidal waterways are captured during a pivotal moment of maritime and industrial development. The map features the sprawling grounds of the Jamestown Exposition at Sewall Point, a landmark event that signaled the region's emergence as a strategic naval and commercial hub. The complex geography of the Elizabeth River and its branches—the Western Branch and Southern Branch—reveals a landscape of early urban expansion, including neighborhoods like Port Norfolk and Camden Heights. To the west, the infrastructure of the Navy Yard and the proximity of the Dismal Swamp Canal underscore the importance of inland navigation and naval defense.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1907
Date Published1907
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions19.8 x 16.36 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain