The Oak Ridge Story: The Saga of a People Who Share in History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258388546)

The Oak Ridge Story: The Saga Of A People Who Share In History is a book written by George Oscar Robinson Jr., which provides a comprehensive account of the history of Oak Ridge, a city located in Tennessee, USA. The book begins with the story of how Oak Ridge was created during World War II as a secret city to support the Manhattan Project, which was responsible for the development of the first atomic bomb. The author provides a detailed description of the construction of the city, the roles of the various government agencies involved, and the impact of the project on the local community.The book also covers the post-war era, when Oak Ridge became a center for nuclear research and development, and the city's transformation into a modern, thriving community. Through interviews with residents and archival research, Robinson Jr. explores the social, economic, and political changes that have occurred in Oak Ridge over the years. He also delves into the city's cultural heritage, including its music, art, and literature.Overall, The Oak Ridge Story: The Saga Of A People Who Share In History is a fascinating and comprehensive account of a unique American city that has played a significant role in the country's history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Oak Ridge, the Manhattan Project, or the development of nuclear technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Oscar Jr. Robinson
ISBN-10: 1258388545
ISBN-13: 9781258388546
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/16/2012
Pages: 212
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d