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1944 Map of San Pedro
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1944 Map of San Pedro

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

San Pedro dominates this coastal landscape during the Second World War, appearing as a dense urban grid overlooking the vital infrastructure of Los Angeles Harbor. The era's strategic maritime importance is visible through the dual footprints of Fort Mac Arthur Upper Reservation and the Lower Reservation, positioned to guard the entrance to the San Pedro Channel. Along the rugged western coastline, the topography shifts from the city's residential blocks to the cliffs of Portuguese Point and Point Vincente. Notable coastal landmarks such as the Whites Point Hot Springs and the sheltered waters of Abalone Cove illustrate the varied use of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, while the harbor area reveals industrial and naval hubs like Fish Harbor and East San Pedro.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1944
Date Published1944
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions17.2 x 21.7 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain