Bridge Builders of Nauck/Green Valley: Past and Present, by Alfred O. Taylor Jr.
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Arlington County, Virginia's oldest African American community, the Nauck community, which dates back to 1844, is rich in history and abundant with bridge builders, both past and present, who have made local and national contributions while fighting for their right to experience a good quality of life. Bridge Builders of Nauck/Green Valley: Past and Present is a compilation of the stories, interviews, and biographies of these extraordinary African Americans who pursued and found success, despite the laws at the time that limited their access to everything from home loans to education. The perseverance of the pioneers of Nauck is alive through their accomplishments, triumphs, and achievements. Whether in their own words, the words of their loved ones, or through history books, Taylor's labor of love seeks to memorialize the important work these African Americans have achieved and the legacy they leave for future generations. Said Taylor, "Ordinary Nauck/Green Valley residents surviving Jim Crow Laws, lacking financial backing, becoming economically independent, educating themselves and their children, fighting for freedom, and remembering from whence they came should be an inspiration to all to celebrate and continue sharing future, ordinary resident's accomplishments." About the Author Dr. Alfred O. Taylor Jr. was born and raised in Arlington County, Virginia. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Technical Teacher Training, a Master of Arts in Administration and Supervision of Adult Education, and a Doctorate of Education from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Administration of Higher Education. Taylor served as Assistant Dean for the College of Professional Studies (and was later named Acting Dean). Taylor retired from the University of the District of Columbia after thirty-one years of service. Taylor is still active in his community and religious community, serving as President of the Nauck Civic Association and as Chairman of the Deacon's Ministry at the Macedonia Baptist Church, among many others. Taylor and his wife, Delores, a retired D.C. Public Schools teacher, have two children, three grandsons, and two great-granddaughters. He hopes that Nauck/Green Valley: Past and Present will become a living document that will be continuously supplemented as future generations of "Nauckians" make their contributions to society.
Bridge Builders of Nauck/Green Valley: Past and Present, by Alfred O. Taylor Jr.- Amazon Sales Rank: #1130490 in Books
- Brand: Dorrance Publishing
- Published on: 2015-06-01
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 11.02" h x .20" w x 8.50" l, .55 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 98 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This Book put me back in contact with my past!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! By Amazon Customer I grew up in Arlington and attended the infamous Drew Elementary School in "Green Valley." I had the pleasure of being mentored by John Robinson and sold many of the "Green Valley" News Letter that was published by him. I learned how to swim at the only YMCA that allowed "color folks" to attend, without discrimination and "Mama Dean" was my baby sitter. I have attended many wakes conducted by Chinn's Funeral Home and purchase candy from Doc's Store. Dr. Bruner was our family physician (I had many visit in his basement office for bumps and bruises from playing rough as a kid) and I was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. I was some what disappointed that Mr. and Mrs. Wright's Bakery wasn't mentioned. This bakery was one of the best in the county. I recall holding back a nickel from the collection plate on Sunday's just to purchase one of Mrs. Wright "butterfly shaped honey buns."Thank you Bro. Alfred Taylor for bringing back a piece of nostalgia and publishing a book that I can now share with my family, especially with my grown up daughter, a special piece of history in my life, which I will cherish for LIFE!Bro. L. Bleu Colquitt (Oliver)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Truly "Bridge Builders" By C. Braveboy Great way to gather and share the stories about African American leaders in the Nauck (Arlington, VA) community. Thank you, Dr. Taylor! And I look forward to Part II.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Neighborhood biography summaries By MKH This has a great overview of biographies of the neighborhood. Despite being written by an academic and by its own admission, it is not a research-level publication. Most of the content of the book presents the rosy side of the participants in neighborhood history. I was a little disappointed that there is not a specific biography of Bonder and Amanda Johnson. They participated in the founding of a local church, and a local development corporation is named after them. The couple is mentioned, but they are not given their own biographical section.
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