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Born one of seven in World War Two Germany, Emil (Mike) Kropf speaks about his life—his experience coming to America, being drafted in the U.S. army, meeting the love of his life on a train and coming back to raise...

Some questions about their childhood, children, and memories.

2nd part of interview with grandmother

Bob Carstensen (94) shares a conversation with his daughter Robin Randel (68) and grandson Shane Randel (48), about his memories with his family, his experiences in World War II and The Great Depression, and his relationship with his grandchildren and...

We were discussing general things about my aunt’s life overseas and what she learned

What was it like growing up in Germany, and how does it compare to living in the United States.

Rita Hahn (65) interviews her friend, Fred Keller (90), about his childhood, life in the military police, and his love of local history.

Brothers-in-law and best pals Jonathan and Gunter discuss childhood on opposite sides of World War II.

About her life as being an army brat. Her experiences as a child and growing up with her father in the military.

We talked about PopPop’s childhood, when he met my Nana and giving advice

I interviewed my endeared grandmother who I call my Nana. She has lived a full and wonderful life. She is an example of a hard working woman and a loving friend and mother figure to all. I’m blessed to be...

Marion Gruber (86) visits StoryCorps Atlanta to talk about her life with her daughters, Randi Yablon (62) and Suzy Blough (61), as well as her granddaughter Sara Blough (27).

My Grandmother grew up during World War II and migrated to America when she was 11. She had a very unique childhood and believes that the people of my generation should try to get good, basic education to lay a...

Questions ranging from growing up, family heritage, civil engagement, and future prospects.

A interview with my mother-in-law at Eaton's Ranch

86 year old remembers the trials of escaping Austria during the nazi occupation. A lesson in acceptance and understanding.

We talked a little about their childhood, then how they met and when they go married. We also talked about my Grandpa being in the military, my mom and aunts growing up.

Second part of talking to Grandpa Skip after microphone cut out

This is me interviewing my dad about his childhood and how it was like since he traveled a lot while my grandfather was in the military.

We talked about how he lived in Germany for 3 years, and that he worked on a boat dering collage. He has done some dumb things but has gonna way smarter and hopes that he can remember all his memories...

During this interview I discussed with my mother about our ancestors, and her grandparents, as well as some of her teenage memories and life lessons she has learned.

My Mom is Brigitta Woodward, born and raised in Kalrsruhe, Germany, and 59 years young. My parents married in Germany when my mom was 32, and she left her life there to move to upstate New York with my siblings...

My interview with my mother: Memories from post WWII Germany, emigrating to the United States, culture shock, COVID-19, language barriers

My Oma, Trudy Chambers, and I, Keely Chambers, reflect on my Oma’s childhood in Germany as we sit together in San Diego. As a fifteen year old in California growing up in 2018 I am curious about how my Oma...

Over Thanksgiving Break I was able to interview my grandma and hear about her childhood and about her time living in Germany while my grandfather was stationed there. I’m very grateful to be able to hear these stories!