Oak Lawn (Images of America)

Korst, Kevin

ISBN 10: 0738593605 / ISBN 13: 9780738593609

Edité par Arcadia Publishing, 2012

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Synopsis :

Situated just outside of Chicago, the bustling suburb of Oak Lawn was incorporated in 1909, although its rich history can be traced back to the 1830s. For decades, the village remained a thinly populated farming community. However, like many towns across America, the early 20th century brought steady growth, and the years following World War II saw an unprecedented population explosion. With thousands of new residents arriving every year, numerous homes, churches, and schools were constructed, forever changing Oak Lawn. In the face of immense growth and other adversities, such as the 1967 tornado, the village continued to prosper and mature. The images in this book act as a window to its past, highlighting many of the people, places, and events that have made Oak Lawn the dynamic community it is today.

À propos de l'auteur: Kevin Korst is the local history coordinator for the Oak Lawn Public Library. He holds a bachelor's degree in American History from the University of St. Francis and a master's degree in American History from Eastern Illinois University. Previous to his position at the library, Kevin worked at the Joliet Area Historical Museum and the Elk Grove Historical Museum.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Oak Lawn (Images of America)
Éditeur : Arcadia Publishing
Date d'édition : 2012
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : good