May 5, 2025 • 15 mins
Listeners will be treated to a captivating dramatization from the January 11, 1937 episode of "Captains of Industry," where we witness young George Westinghouse's relentless pursuit to create a safer train system. Experience the tension as he faces skepticism from railroad officials and the thrill of his successful demonstration that changed the course of transportation history.
We’ll also explore Westinghouse’s later achievements, including his role in the electrification of the Chicago World's Fair and his contributions to making electricity accessible to homes across America. This episode not only highlights his inventions but also the spirit of perseverance and ingenuity that defined his legacy.
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We’ll also explore Westinghouse’s later achievements, including his role in the electrification of the Chicago World's Fair and his contributions to making electricity accessible to homes across America. This episode not only highlights his inventions but also the spirit of perseverance and ingenuity that defined his legacy.
Subscribe to the Old Time Radio Snack Wagon at https://www.snackwagon.net
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-radio-snack-wagon--5919985/support.
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