Oak Ridge

Description: Discover the fascinating story of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and its transformation from quiet rural communities into one of the most secretive places in America. Located just 25 miles west of Knoxville, the area changed dramatically in 1942 when 59,000 acres became part of the Manhattan Project and the race to develop the atomic bomb. Through historic photographs and personal descriptions, author and photographer Ed Westcott takes readers from Oak Ridge’s rapid wartime construction and pivotal role in World War II through its post-war evolution into a major center for science and technology. A fascinating visual look at an East Tennessee community that played an extraordinary role in American history.

Created by: Ed Westcott