Richard Lafayette and Nicole Hopkins
Recorded
September 8, 2022
Archived
September 8, 2022
40:11 minutes
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Id:
mby022047
Description
Richard Lafayette (85) speaks with his daughter Nicole Hopkins (54) about his life experiences.Subject Log / Time Code
R describes his childhood growing up in Burlington, VT. He discusses his parents', and shares memories of his adventures with childhood friends.
N and R discuss R's experiences at boarding school.
R remembers his 4th grade teacher, who first introduced him to science.
R recounts how he decided to enroll in Army ROTC at Norwich. He describes his early experiences in the army and reflects on how the reality of the Army differed from his expectations.
R recalls him time serving in Korea, and the eventful journey from California to Seoul.
R talks about meeting his wife, and becoming a parent.
R shares advice for his children and grandchildren. R and N reflect on everything they still want to discuss in the future.
Participants
- Richard Lafayette
- Nicole Hopkins