Richard Thompson Reihenfolge der Bücher
Richard Thompson ist ein öffentlicher Historiker und Berater, dessen Werk sich mit der reichen Geschichte der Straßenbahnen in Oregon befasst. Sein tiefes Engagement für das industrielle Erbe wurzelt in seinem familiären Erbe und seinem akademischen Hintergrund in Geschichte. Diese Leidenschaft für Straßenbahnen hat ein bedeutendes persönliches Archiv hervorgebracht, das zahlreiche Publikationen und historische Einträge gespeist hat. Thompsons vielfältige Karriere umfasst umfangreiche Erfahrungen in der Archivarbeit und im Museumsmanagement.
- 2024
- 2021
Beeswing
- 272 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Beeswing is the autobiography from world-renowned artist Richard Thompson, co-founder of the legendary folk rock group Fairport Convention.
- 2015
Slabtown Streetcars
- 130 Seiten
- 5 Lesestunden
The historical significance of Slabtown in Northwest Portland is highlighted through its pivotal role in the development of street railway systems. Home to the West Coast's first streetcar manufacturing factory, it was integral to the early streetcar network, with local production dominating until the 1910s. By 1950, Slabtown residents were among the last to use the dwindling streetcar lines, marking the end of an era in public transportation. The narrative captures the evolution of urban transit and the community's connection to this transformative period.
- 2010
Portland's Streetcar Lines
- 128 Seiten
- 5 Lesestunden
The history of Portland's neighborhoods is intricately linked to the streetcar system, a 19th-century innovation that shaped the city's layout and growth. The carlines facilitated not only daily commutes but also recreational outings, connecting residents to parks, shopping, and social activities. The peak of trolley use occurred in the 1910s, followed by a gradual decline leading to the end of streetcars in 1950, when buses took over. This book delves into the legacy of these classic streetcar lines and their influence on the city's development.