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KAOH 3.2: Civil Defense Part One

By Andy Lindberg @andylindberg · On August 25, 2011
http://www.orhistory.com/kaoh/KAOH3.2.m4a

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In which we learn of Operation Green Light.

In 1955 Portland’s ambitious Civil Defense program initiated “Operation Green Light” and tried to evacuate ALL of Portland’s Downtown to the suburbs. FAST.

Featuring an interview with Portland Mayor Sam Adams!

Sponsored by Andy & Bax.

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