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1943 Map of Ossian, 1960 Print
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1943 Map of Ossian

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Ossian and the high country of the southern Genesee Valley are captured here during World War II, based on aerial photography from the Army Map Service. The landscape is defined by its deep drainages, including the dramatic Wildcat Gully in the north and the winding path of Sugar Creek through the central valley. Small rural settlements like Byersville and Westview serve as local hubs for a territory that transitions from the town of Nunda in the west to West Sparta in the east. An interesting relic of early aviation, Air Beacon No 5, stands on the high ground north of East Hill, marking a period when visual navigation aids were essential for regional flight paths. The map also delineates the high-elevation boundary between Livingston and Allegany counties, showing how the rugged topography dictated the placement of early farmsteads and transport routes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain