1956 Map of Wagontown

About this map

The West Branch Brandywine Creek and its many tributaries, including Indian Run and Culbertson Run, carve through this section of Chester County, shaping a landscape of small villages and institutional landmarks. Major rural centers such as Wagontown, Glenmoore, and Brandamore are connected by the Conrail line, reflecting a community rooted in both industry and faith. The map reveals a high density of local institutions, from the U S Veterans Hospital in the south to the Old Mill Bible Conference and Cain Meeting House. Educational and religious history is well-represented by the Franklin Sch, Lincoln Sch, and St Marks Ch, while the Beth Israel Cem (Polish Cem) and other burial grounds provide valuable data for genealogical research into the families of West Nantmeal and West Brandywine.