2018 Map of Shields

About this map

Shields and Stratton sit at the center of this rural landscape, which is defined by the winding course of the Skillet Fork and its many tributaries, including Paddy Cr and Possum Cr. The map reveals a dense network of local family history through its numerous burial grounds, such as McConnaughhay Cem, Ten Post Oak Cem, and Atteberry Cem. These locations, often situated near small crossroads or local landmarks like Potatoe Hill, mark the centers of early rural communities that persisted well into the late twentieth century. In the northern reaches, Mud Bridge and Garrison Bridge provide essential crossings over the complex wetlands of Horseshoe Slough, illustrating the local infrastructure required to navigate the low-lying terrain of Jefferson and Wayne counties.