Hidden History of Tacoma: Little-Known Tales from the City of Destiny

by Karla Stover

Book Overview

The City of Destiny took shape where rails met sails on the shores of Commencement Bay. When Tacoma was chosen as the Northern Pacific Railroad's terminus, the city rose from the mudflats and took the lead as the Northwest's destination for opportunity. In this collection, discover the city's early notables and uncover the stories behind the historic landmarks. Why did city planners abandon Olmsted's vision? How many war bonds did Lana Turner's kisses...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1609494709
• ISBN13: 9781609494704
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.8"