1953 Map of Walla Walla

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The Columbia River and Snake River converge in this mid-century portrait of southeastern Washington, where the massive Hanford Works (AEC) dominates the central landscape. The region's Cold War importance is further evidenced by the Moses Lake No 1 Air to Ground Gunnery Range and the Yakima Firing Center. While the Tri-Cities of Richland, Pasco, and Kennewick serve as the modern industrial hubs, the map also captures an extensive agricultural and rail network, featuring grain elevators and dozens of small sidings along the Northern Pacific and Union Pacific lines.