1950 Map of Vero Beach

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The Indian River Narrows and the Atlantic Ocean define this coastal landscape just after the mid-century, showcasing a period of significant development along Florida's Atlantic shoreline. The rail-oriented growth of Vero Beach is clear, with the Florida East Coast railroad serving as the primary north-south spine connecting the communities of Wabasso, Winter Beach, and Gifford. To the west of the central settlements, a network of agricultural drainage canals, including the North Canal and Main Canal, cuts through the terrain, illustrating the era's intensive efforts to reclaim land for citrus and farming.