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1943 Map of Shirley
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1943 Map of Shirley

USGS Topo · Published 1943

About this map

The Savannah River defines this landscape, forming a complex boundary between South Carolina and Georgia characterized by numerous landings and river bends. During the early 1940s, this corridor was a mix of swampy lowlands and upland agricultural settlements connected by the Seaboard Railroad and historic routes like the Augusta Road. The map reveals a dense network of local landmarks, including the uniquely named Heavenly Rest Ch and various country schools such as Mizpah Sch and Cypressvale Sch. The river itself is punctuated by named points and landings like Hudson Ferry Landing and Martins Landing, which served as critical transit points before modern bridge infrastructure dominated the region. These features, along with the Morrison Switch rail siding, indicate an economy still deeply tied to the movement of goods via water and rail.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1943
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.9 x 21.1 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain