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1947 Map of San Francisco North, 1955 Print
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1947 Map of San Francisco North

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The northern tip of the San Francisco peninsula appears in transition following the war, showcasing the dense urban grid of Nob Hill and the Ferry Building alongside expansive military footprints. The Presidio Military Reservation and Fort Mason Military Res dominate the northern shoreline, while the newly completed Golden Gate Bridge anchors the western entrance to the harbor. Across the Golden Gate, the mariner's landscape includes Alcatraz Island and Angel Island, with the distinct contours of Sausalito and Belvedere rising from Richardson Bay. In the heart of the city, local life centers on landmarks like Seals Stadium and Kezar Stadium, plus numerous educational institutions from Lowell HS to Gompers Trade Sch. The map preserves the waterfront's industrial character before modern redevelopment, highlighting China Basin and the Richmond-San Francisco Freight Ferry route.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1947
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 29.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain