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1952 Map of Southbridge

USGS Topo · Published 1959

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Southbridge and Sturbridge dominate this mid-century landscape where the industrial heritage of the Quinebaug River meets emerging recreational and preservation sites. The map features the early development of Old Sturbridge Village, an outdoor history museum that contrasts with the active manufacturing centers of Globe Village and Sandersdale. Water management is a defining characteristic of the terrain, visible through a series of reservoirs including No 1 Reservoir through No 5 Reservoir, which supported the local population and industry. To the south, the densely wooded Nipmuck State Forest spans the border between Massachusetts and Connecticut, highlighting a more rural, undeveloped character. Local social life is evidenced by the Southbridge Airfield, Cohasse Country Club, and various religious and educational institutions like St Marys Sch and Notre Dame Cem.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain