Driving Through Time - The Digital Blue Ridge Parkway
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| Title | Oral History Interview with Harvey Greene, June 20, 1996 |
| Date | June 20, 1996 |
| Description | Harvey Greene came to work on the Blue Ridge Parkway in the mid-1930s. He had a variety of jobs, but started with rock masonry. He talks about specific tasks he was responsible for and details construction of certain landmarks. He also talks about some of the dangers the workers faced, including dealing with venomous snakes while clearing trees and the time he turned over a pickup truck carrying workers up a mountain. Working conditions are also discussed, including hours and wages. Greene talks about working with Italians on bridge construction and how they were renowned for their rock work. |
| Creator Individuals |
Alicia Gallant
Harvey Greene |
| Tags |
Blue Ridge Mountains
Bridge construction Stonemasonry |
| Credit | Courtesy National Park Service, Blue Ridge Parkway |
