Stuff You Missed in History Class

The Vanport Flood

Feb 3, 2016
The podcast explores the devastating Vanport flood in Oregon in 1948 and its connection to racial discrimination. It discusses racial exclusion laws in Oregon, the creation and destruction of Vanport, the events leading to the flood, challenges faced by flood survivors, and personal experiences with blizzards.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Historical Context of the Vanport Flood and Racial Discrimination in Oregon
01:56 • 6min
3
Racial Exclusion Laws and the Impact on Migration and Demographics in Oregon
07:28 • 3min
4
Vanport: A Temporary City Built During World War II
10:46 • 10min
5
The Events Leading to the Vanport Flood
20:38 • 4min
6
Challenges of Shelter and Legal Issues After the Vanport Flood
24:47 • 6min
7
Personal connection to the 'Schoolhouse Blizzard' and discussion on blizzards
30:41 • 5min