1944 Map of South River
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1944 Map of South River

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

Woodland Beach and Sylvan Shores emerge as densely plotted residential developments along the jagged Chesapeake tributaries during this mid-century period. The landscape is defined by the complex hydrology of the South River, where numerous points like Beards Pt and Larramore Pt extend into the water, creating a network of sheltered creeks including Church Creek and Glebe Creek. Further inland, the map captures the rural infrastructure of Anne Arundel County, featuring the Annapolis Waterworks and institutions such as the Almshouse and County Home. Genealogists may find value in the specific locations of All Hallows Church, the Annapolis Cemetery, and local schools like Mill Swamp School. The presence of Camp Pawatinika and Camp Letts indicates the area's role in early 20th-century recreation and youth organization, while the Defense Highway suggests the strategic military transport needs of the wartime era.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1944
Date Published1944
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31680
Physical Dimensions16.7 x 20.9 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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