1961 Map of Vancouver

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Vancouver sits at a critical junction of river and rail transport as it appeared in the early 1960s. The city's northern expansion is evident through the development of residential districts like Hazel Dell and Minnehaha, while the waterfront remains dominated by heavy industry and logistics. The massive Aluminum Plant at Mathews Point and the Port of Vancouver reflect the area's economic reliance on the Columbia River. The presence of specialized institutions such as the Washington School for the Blind, Washington School for the Deaf, and Clark College underscores the city's role as a regional service hub. To the north, the landscape transitions into agricultural plots and smaller settlements like Felida and Knapp, marked by landmarks such as the County Fairgrounds and various country cemeteries like Salmon Creek Cemetery.