1949 Map of Opalocka

About this map

U S Naval Air Station anchors the landscape of southern Florida in the years following World War II, revealing a region dominated by military aviation and rapid development. This territory, situated along the Broward Co Dade Co line, is defined by extensive airfield complexes including West Field, East Field, and Master Field. To the north, the U S Naval Air Gunnery Range occupies a significant portion of the terrain, illustrating the strategic importance of the area during this era. The settlement of Opalocka is shown just east of the primary air station, while Hialeah begins to expand from the south.