David Drake

Biography

David Drake is an historian who taught at The Westminster Schools for 48 years.

Abstract of Interview

David Drake talks about how he ended up moving to Atlanta as a young boy, what Buckhead was like, and his fathers and his own teaching experiences at Westminster. He mentions some favorite hangouts, some of his contemporaries, and some students over the years.

Interview by Tres Carpenter on July 18, 2018

Video

In the video clip below, David Drake talks the history of the Buckhead community in Atlanta, Georgia.

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