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Tag Archives: Railroad employment practices

“Life Between the Rails”: National Hispanic Heritage Month and the Unseen Tracks of History

Posted on September 9, 2024 by ahcadmin

In the echoes of locomotive whistles and the steady rhythm of rolling steel, there lies a story often untold. From September 15 to October 15, we honor National Hispanic Heritage Month—a time to reflect on the deep and enduring contributions … Continue reading →

Posted in Hispanic Heritage Month, oral histories, Railroad History, Uncategorized, Union Pacific Railroad | Tagged 1970s workplace diversity, Abe Madrid, American Heritage Center, Anti-discrimination laws, Debbie Martinez, laramie, Latina/o railroad workers, Life Between the Rails, National Hispanic Heritage Month, Oral History Project, Railroad community, Railroad employment practices, Railroad families, Rawlins, Rick DeHerrera, Roy Sanchez, San Luis Valley, Southside neighborhood, Union Pacific, Workplace discrimination | Leave a comment
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