Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell
“Building his legacy in the Atlanta skyline – the triumphs of Herman J. Russell”
2020•53m•Released
DocumentaryHistory
Herman J. Russell, born in the Jim Crow-era South, built one of the oldest and largest black-owned construction and real estate firms in the country. Since the 1960s, his company has helped shape Atlanta’s skyline, including work on the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Mercedes Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena and many more.
Director
David Hughes Duke
Writer
David Hughes Duke
Languages
English
Studio
Living Stories
Cast
Herman J. Russell
Self
Production
Company
Living Stories
Company
PBS
Producer
David Hughes Duke
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