1943 Map of Tazewell

About this map

Tazewell and New Tazewell serve as the focal points of this mid-century portrait of Claiborne County, where the Dixie Highway and the Southern Railway dictate the flow of local commerce. The landscape is defined by the significant presence of the Norris Reservoir to the south, reflecting the impact of the Tennessee Valley Authority on the region's topography and drainage. This survey is particularly rich in educational and social landmarks, featuring institutions such as the Claiborne County High Sch, the Soldiers Memorial Sch, and the Rosenwald Sch. The rural character is reinforced by numerous family cemeteries like Greer Cem and Jones Cem, alongside localized infrastructure such as the Greer Tunnel and Sycamore Tunnel, which helped the railroad navigate the series of ridges including Wallen Ridge and Lone Mountain.