1942 Map of Whaleysville

About this map

Whaleysville and Willards anchor the southern reaches of this Delmarva Peninsula survey, where the borders of Maryland and Delaware intersect amidst a dense network of wetlands. The landscape is defined by the Pocomoke River and the expansive Cypress Swamp, which dominates the northern portion across the state line near Gumboro. Drainage of this low-lying terrain is evident through numerous man-made channels like Davis Ditch and the Old Line Ditch, illustrating the historical effort to manage the water-logged geography of Sussex County, Wicomico County, and Worcester County. Small rural centers such as Careytown and Westwoods are connected by a mix of established roads and an Old Railroad Grade. This document preserves the location of local landmarks including Pulletts Chapel, Pilgrim Ch, and the Newhope Cem, offering a detailed view of the region's mid-century settlement pattern.