Thomas Hall
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Thomas Hall (THOM, 12) is a red brick building on upper quad, which served as a residence hall for the Corps of Cadets, including the Highty Tighties. It first opened in 1949 and was named after Herbert J. Thomas Jr., a Virginia Tech graduate who fought and died in the Second World War, and was posthumously honoured with the Navy Cross and Medal of Honor for his actions.
Thomas Hall | |
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General information | |
Status | Slated for demolition[1] |
Type | Residence Hall |
Architectural style | Modern |
Address | 191 Turner Street NW |
Town or city | Blacksburg |
Named for | Herbert J. Thomas Jr. |
Completed | 1949 |
Renovated | 1969 | , 2004
Closed | June 20, 2017 |
Cost | $427,185 |
Owner | Virginia Tech |
Technical details | |
Material | Red Brick |
Floor count | 4 |