1915 Map of Vincennes

About this map

The Wabash River and its meandering oxbows define this riverine borderland between Illinois and Indiana, where the Embarrass River joins the main channel just south of Lawrenceville. This survey illustrates a landscape shaped by water and early infrastructure, featuring numerous ponds and barrens like the Sand Barrens and Beaver Pond. The urban center of Vincennes appears at a peak of its rail-era importance, served by major lines including the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern RR. Beyond the larger towns, the rural character is captured through a dense network of one-room schools such as the Sand Ridge School, Crossroads School, and Plank Road School, alongside small rail stops like Billett and Purcell. The map also details the unique Vincennes Common, reflecting the area's distinct colonial land-grant history and communal heritage.