Explore More- Getting Real Local in the Tennessee River Valley.
Each show we are getting real local in the Tennessee River Valley, bringing local voices and local knowledge to tell the stories about the best historic, cultural, and outdoor recreation places and spaces across the seven state Tennessee Valley watershed..Go where the locals go. Know what the locals know.
Explore More- Getting Real Local in the Tennessee River Valley.
Building of Douglas Dam- Aviation
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Julie Graham
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Season 1
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Episode 6
Tim Pruitt, TVA retiree shares stories about the history of Douglas Dam and its purpose for World War II.
The power from the dam was used for aluminum production to build military aircraft.
Tim pivots to the nearby TN Museum of Aviation. The Tennessee River Valley has had a profound impact in America's history of aviation and space exploration,
The Tennessee River Valley Stewardship Council, a 501 c3 nonprofit, serves as the steering committee and editorial board for the Geotourism MapGuide website. It is comprised of volunteers from a seven state region. The Council's efforts are made possible through the generous support of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
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