Tour Overview
This walking tour highlights individuals whose work shaped the fields of science and technology—figures such as Admiral Hyman Rickover and Rear Admiral Grace Hopper, who served within the military, and inventors like George Westinghouse and William Hammer, who made their mark in civilian life. Their stories reflect the collaborative spirit that drives technological progress, bridging military, civilian, and private efforts over generations.
Stops
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Tour Overview
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Introduction
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Stop 1: Hyman Rickover
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Stop 2: George Westinghouse
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Stop 3: George Miller Sternberg
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Stop 4: Montgomery Meigs
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Stop 5: Challenger Memorial
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Stop 6: William Hammer
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Stop 7: Grace Hopper
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The Queen of Coding
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Stop 8: Francis X. Kane
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Mapping ANC
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Stop 9: Ted Hall
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Identifying Remains
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Stop 10: Thomas Etholen Selfridge
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Conclusion
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