Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell Documentary (Full Version)

[@BelindaWoodson-uc5is]

I had the privilege of residing in one of your property ! I love your Narrator,Documentary it's allowing you to give your testimony and other to collaborate ! I would like to thank you for giving back to the community. I post my thanks once before about 8 years ago.

[@lotusbraxton9200]

I worked for him on Northside Dr at castleberry hill. Then worked for John Portman at hotel indigo. What a legacy

[@imeditswhatidoakaedthomas6292]

I’ve lived in his childhood home since 2008.

[@mariacoleman4293]

That’s cool

[@craigwalker3227]

Are u a relative

[@imeditswhatidoakaedthomas6292]

@@craigwalker3227 No. I rent the house. According to my landlord, who is also Pastor of the Church next door, it was donated to him years ago. He remodeled it and started renting it.

[@1queenmoney1]

I found my new SUPER HERO. Watching this documentary gave me a feeling of hope and aspiration. I smiled and shook my head in agreement with every word that was said. I’m from NYC, and lived in Atlanta back in the late 90’s early 2000’s. And, I’m happy to say I lived in a city built by one of my people. Starting from a time when we were told it would never be possible straight thru till now. I LOVE MY PEOPLE. This gave me HOPE.

[@cedricmayfield7058]

Me too

[@brandedtheagency]

My thoughts exactly!

[@MagnusDolph]

As I sit in my office i replay this documentary everyday all day.

[@reodconstructionfacilities1619]

H.J. Russell was and is a true giant. Think about all he had to over come!!!!

[@MagnusDolph]

Im watching these documentary again!!! My company will grow so big one day everyone will know and remember!

[@BruceMontgomeryTV]

THIS IS MUST SEE TV! Every Person In The World Needs To See This! #OneHisShoulders #Yes

[@MagnusDolph]

I watch this documentary more then 10 times per day and my focus has really gotten sharper. My company is now headed in the right direction From my company Bird Legs Services LLC to H.J Russell & Company Thank you so so much for this documentary.

[@TheToneytone]

Great story great man great family every black kid should want to be HJ Russell love it

[@jeffreyrosensweig4599]

This film is a great addition to his book, Building Atlanta. He truly did help Build Atlanta, in concrete and in opportunity for more people. I am excited to see his legacy be expanded through the RCIE.

[@terrycollinsify]

I’m so elated about this documentary, I’ve been a fan of his since I was in my 20s , I’m a 50 year old contractor, soon to be real estate developer, thanks Mr Russel for all of the inspiration that you’ve gave me 👍🏾🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@crlbaseball87]

Do you ever give advice to someone starting out?

[@Abel-wb4xk]

That is awesome! Congrats man. You will crush it.

[@aarondigby5054]

My Daddy's family comes from Atlanta, decauter, Marietta, stone Mt, Glen iris Dr. Never knew the real reason that part of the family left and the other part stated but reunions were common. Transversing back and forth was common.

[@the5-starreview871]

I love Herman Russell. I wrote down his quote and will frame it on my wall. I'm humbled because watching this video woke me up. Oh, I grew up in Adamsville. Right around the corner

[@cuzim80s]

If you can see it, you can be it. Skilled trades are an admirable and lucrative profession.

[@BlackEconomicsTV]

Thank you for this. Truly Atlanta is an amazing place for the black community. Aspirations and Role models are everything. Watch, Learn and take action.

[@traviscarey3871]

yes it is

[@aarondigby5054]

@@traviscarey3871 why they never found out who really killed all those black children in the early eighties, I heard it had something to do with organ stealing, that they got off to an early start of the lucrative underground criminal empire.

[@traviscarey3871]

OMG what a Legend . Almost an honor to even watch this

[@rodneyhill9909]

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and all of his righteousness and all these other things will be given to you. Amen

[@MagnusDolph]

i watch this video 2 to 5 times daily!!

[@MsHelper2]

Thank you much for sharing this documentary.My beloved father and several of my uncles were in the building trade and knew him well....building Atlanta. I was searching for his book and discovered this work. Much appreciated.

[@zenobia328]

I've always been interested in construction and architecture. Amazing story, very inspiring.

[@Focusandseek]

Watching this in 2021. It’s so inspiring

[@jan-cq5wv]

June 2023! Get the book if you haven't already.

[@cre_datch]

This was special!! His legacy will live on for generations. Thank you for sharing. #Motivation #RealEstate #MyPassion

[@leondarnell1]

I've read about his wonderful man for YEARS...glad i found this video...a FANTASTIC inspiration for everyone.

[@natv6563]

What a wonderful and inspiring story! I’ll be sharing this with my son; we need to hear more of these testimonies. Thanks you for sharing!

[@RuralmoneyOfficial]

"I don't let anything get in my way and if you do you have a problem". Many years ago when I had a problem in one of his buildings, I wrote a letter directly to H. J. Russell. There was immediate positive movement and resolution. Mr. Russell was and is an honorable man of integrity! I never met him, but he had the stalwart characteristics of Alonzo Herndon. Also in his university was Paul Jones who taught me valuable Real Estate lessons in the West End. I put those lessons to work in Mechanicsville, Lagrange... All of these great men are from the school of hard knocks and hustle. Thank you for this documentary of an amazing black man, which I will watch again.

[@pcairbum]

Great story, Great man.

[@hannecatton2179]

Deep , deep admiration for this man. More people should have his determination and work ethic instead of being happy with state handouts.

[@BrandonSTate]

Him and A.G. Gaston doesn't get enough credit.

[@greghill8318]

A very inspiring story! Thank you for sharing.

[@dignifiedblackman4742]

Thank you for the upload this was an amazing history lesson I'll never forget.

[@ernestlane]

Truly wonderful. A credit to Atlanta and the world!

[@MrsCEO-pu7pc]

Really appreciate the elders of Atlanta FR

[@reodconstructionfacilities1619]

Absolutely Great

[@jencolter1785]

Not sure how I landed on this documentary, but it's apparent that it was written because I'm inspired beyond words. I'm proud to say that I live in this amazing city and now, learning about its history and the people who created it, has me motivated and on fire to impact in my own way. There's truly a unique energy here and after viewing this, I now know from where it is derived. Thank you, Mr. Russell, for your courage, vision and unwavering faith.

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍💫✨💝Such a beautiful inspirational soul. Thank you. 🙏💝

[@rodneyhill9909]

I feel like him now 🙏 with my Walk with Jesus

[@Subzero.]

Amazing documentary! Very motivational and inspiring. Definitely a must watch.

[@ccadroz93]

Such an amazing story-this really warmed my heart and made me remember how I was raised also. Live BELOW my means and work hard. We were also taught color didn’t matter-it was how we loved others that was import.....I really miss that.....😔

[@Humblewon]

Glad I found out about this guy I’m INSPIRED

[@SmartMoneyBro]

Awesome story

[@rodneyharper2275]

Great job thanks for sharing 👍👍⭐⭐⭐

[@hawasanneh1807]

Wonderful, just wonderful.

[@kevinpoole4323]

All Laud Mr Herman Russell Young People Let's Follow his Lead

[@EdwinG310]

Woah! I absolutely love Herman's story. So inspirational. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@haywardsimpkins710]

2:00 perfect case point for REPARATIONS!!! CASE CLOSED MR HERMAN U THE G.O.A.T!!!!!

[@maryevans1972]

thank you for sharing his story

[@beadoll8025]

Sad what Atlanta has become over the years.

[@kevinpoole4323]

Atlanta Georgia Mr Russell A True American Hero

[@suzannehenderson72]

Very inspiring story..

[@TheBaller97]

thank God for this video

[@melaniebarnes4374]

Glad to learn of this gentleman

[@haywardsimpkins710]

12:06 POWERFUL...

[@hawasanneh1807]

Admirable!

[@kevinpoole4323]

Tears of Joy Thank You

[@Mizrahim777]

Amazing and Absolutely Inspiring!!!!

[@MrJearley6]

Thank you for this video!! Thank you!

[@kevinpoole4323]

Beautiful

[@adriancline-bailey3301]

Killer Mike brought me here from the Math Hoffa Podcast, Killer Mike's cut from that special cloth. Thank you Mike.

[@antp1900]

Amazing story

[@rodneyhill9909]

The black community was strong then despite of money 💰. We had our own. Now you can't walk the streets for the killers. Black youth

[@busybeedereon5443]

Awesome stuff! ❤😇

[@rodneyhill9909]

I have 2 bad knees and stonosis of the lower back. Yet I stood out in front of planned Parenthood with only my Bible for 4 months. I understand his pride

[@rodneyhill9909]

Money doesn't measure success. Your walk with Christ 🙏 does

[@richfuturebydsk2562]

Thanks a lot . Much support from ZAR - KwaMashu Rich Future by DSK

[@chriselectric2883]

I’m inspired

[@droid2645]

Yes Sir, Mr. Russell. THANK YOU

[@s.tanh9818]

Family... Family.... Family.... very important. Unfortunately the Democrats and BLM are destroying the Black family unit.

[@Jamcore2008]

Anger is not a helpful emotion

[@lenorahill3615]

Amen And Amen 🙏🏾📖♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💯💯💯💯💯🎁🥰

[@dogace]

I met him by accident. I parked in his parking space while picking up plans for a job.

[@rodneyhill9909]

Love is not killing babies

[@rodneyhill9909]

A had only 2 injuries then I have many more now 🙏

[@deeparker4828]

❤❤❤

[@davidcraddock7011]

20:33 speaker talks about how Mr. Russell created jobs, wait, Obama said that government created jobs. It is the entrepreneur like Mr. Russell who creates jobs and opportunity

[@aarondigby5054]

O'Bummer will say any old crazy arse shyt.

[@FantasticWithandOnPurpose]

❤️❤️❤️

[@TheChannelSelector]

Damm, 3 people didn’t like this

[@cedricmayfield7058]

More then likely racist ass white folks

[@rodc5306]

This is video is perfect timing. I’m working towards my GC license to become a builder and the challenges I face are nothing compared to what H.J Russell faced. I’m re-energized 💪🏾. If you watched this video, I want to know who you are, follow me on IG - RealEstateRodney

[@sheenspeaks]

Just followed you!

[@worldtraveler4040]

Russell was unbought and unbossed. On a side note, I question why he was interviewed. Was Holder a change agent? Please do your research and you’ll discover the truth.

[@kevinpoole4323]

I know Mr Russell knew CA Scott on 145 Auburn Ave,I worked For Mr Scott

[@rodneyhill9909]

Shout out to donnel and Otis Nixon too

[@ev3goddess]

✨🕊🌬

[@rodneyhill9909]

Tell Ricky brown that I said what's up

[@ggetinc]

#lillastaylive

[@lilmama2badd]

What an amazing man and amazing story!

[@pwhales264]

#ADOS-#FBA-#FREEDMEN-#REPARATIONS

[@rodneyhill9909]

Jesus Christ 🙏 is against abortion

[@akultisgod5538]

i find it interesting that this amazing man could still not be the king of his own house because he married a black woman. when will our women treat us like kings? the answer is never. they flat out refuse.

[@kevinpoole4323]

Vernon Jordan My Former Boss The National Urban League Tall Cotton You Hear Me ,

[@supermike2164]

#ElijahMuhammad had a speech impediment. This proves that the profile of who we respect as "successful " is bankrupt

[@rodneyhill9909]

Over 64 million children have died in America from abortion

[@barbram8001]

Didn't Herman Russell, favor an Indian, over his son's in business?

[@rodneyhill9909]

Awesome story

[@melaniebarnes4374]

Beautiful