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1955 Map of Shirley

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Shirley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The Nashua River and the Boston and Maine Railroad define the industrial and military geography of central Massachusetts on this mid-century survey. The landscape is dominated by the Fort Devens Military Reservation, which includes extensive training grounds like the Sheridan Rifle Range and Stamp Range, alongside the Lovell Gen Hospital. These military installations are positioned adjacent to the town centers of Shirley and Leominster, highlighting the region's strategic importance during the early Cold War era.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by numerous community landmarks, including the White Sch, the Industrial School, and several religious sites such as Chaplin Ch. The terrain is characterized by a series of prominent rises including Kezan Hill and The Major Hills, interspersed with water bodies like Massapoag Pond and Shirley Reservoir. The intersection of town boundaries like Lunenburg and Groton reflects the established township structure of Worcester and Middlesex Counties.