1949 Map of Samos
USGS Topo · Published 1949About this map
The Dragon Swamp and its associated wetlands, including Masons Mill Swamp and Wyatt Swamp, dominate the drainage patterns of this 1940s landscape. This survey, based on 1942 aerial photography, captures the rural character of Middlesex County before significant modern development. The George Washington Memorial Highway and the Tidewater Trail serve as the primary conduits through several small communities like Jamaica and Church View. Community life is clearly visible through the numerous centers of faith and education, such as the Glebe Landing Ch, Union Shiloh Sch, and Mt Zion Sch. The map also delineates the complex waterway network feeding into the Rappahannock R, including Lagrange Creek and Parrotts Creek, which shaped the early agricultural and milling economy of the region.
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Editions of this 1949 Samos Map
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Historical Maps of Church View Through Time
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