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1955 Map of Shirley
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1955 Map of Shirley

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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Fort Devens Military Reservation dominates the southeastern corner of this mid-century aerial survey, marking a period of intense activity for the installation along the Nashua River. This mosaic photo map reveals a landscape defined by the transition from rural farming hills to industrial and military infrastructure. Settlements like Shirley Center and Goodrichville are surrounded by prominent elevations including Deacon Hill and Benjamin Hill, while the Boston and Maine Railroad and Maine Central Railroad provide the primary transit corridors through the drainage of Catacoonamug Brook. Notable social landmarks include the Industrial School and the Country Club, appearing alongside numerous small water bodies such as Leatherboard Pond and Massapoag Pond. The intricate patterns of orchards and woodlots are clearly visible between the Middlesex and Worcester County lines.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:25,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 28.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain