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1893 Map of Stonington, 1940 Print
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1893 Map of Stonington

USGS Topo · Published 1940

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The New York Providence and Boston Railroad dictates the coastal industrial rhythm of this late-19th-century landscape, threading through the bustling maritime hubs of Mystic Bridge and Westerly. Inland, the terrain is defined by glacial hills and significant resource extraction, most notably at the Silex Mine located near Lantern Hill. This survey captures the intricate water systems of the Pawcatuck River and its numerous tributaries like Anguilla Brook, which supported mills and settlements along the state line. Along the jagged coastline, navigational markers such as the Light House at Stonington Pt. and the Light Vessel in Fishers Island Sound speak to the area's deep-rooted dependence on the sea. From the heights of Prentice Mt. to the protective reach of Napatree Pt., the map documents a transition from industrial river towns to historic seafaring villages.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1940
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 20 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain