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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 396: Forest Knolls

You've probably driven past the Forest Knolls neighborhood many times without even knowing it. Community action led by a now prominent politician, finally opened up the development to people of color.
Outside Lands San Francisco Podcast - Sep 12, 2020

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 396: Forest Knolls Outside Lands Podcast Episode 396: Forest Knolls

(above) Lawton near 8th Ave, circa 1953

View east to Mt. Sutro from 8th Avenue and Lawton. Clear-cutting trees and terracing for development of Forest Knolls.

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