City Behind A Fence: Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 1942-1946 (edition 1981)

by Charles W. Johnson (Author)

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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, was created by the U.S. government during World War II to aid in the construction of the first atomic bomb. Drawing on oral history and previously classified material, this book portrays the patterns of daily life in this unique setting.

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Title:	City Behind A Fence: Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 1942-1946
Authors:	Charles W. Johnson (Author)
Info:	University of Tennessee Press (1981), 272 pages
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City Behind A Fence: Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 1942-1946 by Charles W. Johnson

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Excellent look at Oak Ridge's history, sociological implications and conditions under which people were thrown together 60+ years ago. I live in one of the flattops from the era (heavily modified) and drive by these places on a daily basis.

darkneuro | Sep 5, 2008 |

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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, was created by the U.S. government during World War II to aid in the construction of the first atomic bomb. Drawing on oral history and previously classified material, this book portrays the patterns of daily life in this unique setting.

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