1955 Map of Petersburg B-1

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Wrangell Island dominates this mid-century topographic study, defined by the intricate waterways that separate it from the Alaskan mainland. The Eastern Passage and Blake Channel meet at The Narrows, forming a vital marine corridor punctuated by landmarks like Channel Island and Point Madan. Inland from the coast, the terrain rises sharply toward glacial features such as the Nelson Glacier and the elevated Glacier Basin. Evidence of early resource extraction and seasonal habitation appears near the mouth of Mill Creek, where a Mine is located near Virginia Lake. Small clusters of Cabins are noted along the shoreline, particularly near the sheltered waters of Madan Bay, illustrating the area's historical reliance on coastal access for transit and industry during the 1950s.