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John Hollis Bankhead House, 1400 Seventh Ave Jasper, Walker County, AL
The Bankhead House is the long-time home of John Hollis Bankhead, Sr. whose efforts to develop waterways, roads and industrial enterprise strongly impacted the District`s economic development. As a Congressman and Senator for 33 years, Bankhead chaired committees on canals and waterways, post offices and public buildings, and introduced legislation implementing federal highways. His efforts to channelize the Warrior River provided access for the District to southern ports and international markets.
John Hollis Bankhead House, 1400 Seventh Ave Jasper, Walker County, AL
The Bankhead House is the long-time home of John Hollis Bankhead, Sr. whose efforts to develop waterways, roads and industrial enterprise strongly impacted the District`s economic development. As a Congressman and Senator for 33 years, Bankhead chaired committees on canals and waterways, post offices and public buildings, and introduced legislation implementing federal highways. His efforts to channelize the Warrior River provided access for the District to southern ports and international markets.
Posted Date
Sep 27, 2021
Source Name
Library of Congress
