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1943 Map of San Clemente Island South, 1980 Print
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1943 Map of San Clemente Island South

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The southern reaches of San Clemente Island are dominated by the Naval Ocean Systems Center San Clemente Island Facility, a major military presence on this offshore territory. Mapped originally in 1943 during the war and later photorevised to show modern naval infrastructure, the landscape terminates at the sharp profile of Pyramid Head and the sheltering curve of Pyramid Cove. These coastal features, along with China Point at the southwestern tip, reveal a coastline defined by deep indentations like Mosquito Cove and isolated landmarks such as the Lighthouse. The transition from the steep inland topography to the Pacific Ocean is marked by named navigational hazards, including White Rock and Rock 12, illustrating the island's dual role as a strategic outpost and a maritime waypoint.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain