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1948 Map of Sitka A-5

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

The coastal hub of Sitka serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, highlighting a critical maritime and military geography shortly after the Second World War. On Japonski Island, the presence of a Naval Res and an Army Camp (Abandoned) at the southern edge of Kruzof Island reflects the area's strategic importance. The map captures a transition between indigenous heritage and historical settlement, marking both the Indian Vil near the town center and the Old Sitka (Ruins) to the north on Baranof Island. Inland, the landscape is defined by the Tongass National Forest and features like Swan Lake, while the coastline is a maze of passages such as Neva Strait and Olga Strait. Notable landmarks for local history include the Observation Tower and the Halibut Point Recreation Center, situated along a shoreline punctuated by Tidal Flats and sheltered bays.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain