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1941 Map of Orange, 1949 Print
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1941 Map of Orange

USGS Topo · Published 1949

About this map

Industrial and rural landscapes converge along the Millers River corridor, where the Orange town center and its riverfront economy dominate the northern half of this 1930s survey. The Boston and Maine Railroad and the famed Mohawk Trail follow the river's winding path westward toward Wendell Depot, serving as the primary transport arteries for the region. To the south, the impact of the massive Quabbin project is visible as the northern reaches of the Quabbin Reservoir begin to fill the valley, altering the landscape near New Salem and South Athol. This transition from the manufacturing hub in Orange to the newly inundated southern basins provides a significant look at the area's geography before mid-century changes. Local history is anchored by family-named landmarks like Fishers Hill and Jones Cem, alongside early aviation infrastructure at the Orange Municipal Airport.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1941
Date Published1949
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain