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1954 Map of Russian Mission B-5

USGS Topo · Published 1963

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The Kuskokwim River dominates this mid-century landscape in the Bethel region, winding through a complex network of sloughs and wetlands. Mapped from aerial photography taken in the early 1950s, the terrain shows a clear reliance on seasonal transport, evidenced by a Winter Trail that parallels the river's eastern bank. Small settlements like Israthorak, Uknavik, and Gweek are positioned near these vital water corridors, reflecting traditional patterns of land use and navigation in the Alaska interior. A Shelter Cabin situated along the river provides a specific point of interest for those studying historical travel routes and survival infrastructure of the era. The intricate mapping of Israthorak Creek and the Gweek River illustrates the seasonally fluid nature of this environment before significant modern development altered these remote drainages.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain