1966 Map of Valley Forge

About this map

Valley Forge State Park occupies the northern heart of this landscape, preserving the geography of the American Revolution along the Schuylkill River. The map meticulously details commemorative sites such as Washingtons Headquarters, the Memorial Arch, and the Star Redoubt perched above the Valley Creek. Beyond the park boundaries, the mid-1960s suburban expansion is evident, particularly around the Valley Forge Interchange 24 where the Pennsylvania Turnpike meets the Schuylkill Expressway at King of Prussia. This era shows a transition from rural crossroads like Brittains Corner and Howellville to dense residential clusters in Wayne, Paoli, and Devon. The southern portion of the map traces the early development of the Main Line, anchored by longstanding institutions like St Davids Ch and Aronimink Golf Club, illustrating the intersection of colonial history and modern transportation corridors.