1949 Map of San Juan

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San Juan Antiguo sits prominently on the islet between the Océano Atlántico and the Bahía de San Juan, anchored by the massive defenses of Fort Brook, La Fortaleza, and the Capitolio. This mid-century survey reveals a capital city in transition, where the historical core is linked via the Caño de San Antonio to the rapidly expanding urban landscape of Santurce and Hato Rey. The transport network of the era is clearly defined by the American RR and a dense web of major thoroughfares like Avenida Ponce de Leon. Cultural and institutional growth is evident in the sprawling grounds of the Universidad de Puerto Rico and the Colegio del Sagrado Corazón. Along the northern coast, the emerging tourism and aviation sectors are marked by Aeropuerto Isla Grande and the early footprint of Aeropuerto Internacional.