1943 Map of Pascagoula

About this map

The complex delta of the Pascagoula River dominates this mid-century coastal survey, where the West Pascagoula River and various waterways like Crooked Bayou and Longview Bayou create a dense network of marsh and islands. Industrial and maritime centers thrive at Moss Point and Pascagoula, anchored by the Louisville and Nashville railroad which traverses the wetlands. For the historian, the map preserves significant local landmarks including the Old Spanish Fort and the military presence at Camp Lamotte. Settlement patterns are visible along the coast at Gautier and Fontainebleau, while rural social centers like Zion Ch and Lyons Sch provide a look at community life away from the main river hubs during the early 1940s. The coastline is defined by Bellefontaine Pt and several barrier islands including Round Island and Horn Island.