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I interviewed my grandpa in light of turning 80 about some of his history. He talks about his time in the military, his travels, and meeting my grandmother. (Note: There are discussions of race and racial tensions in 1965.)

Family history from Mexico to Ohio in 1929. Growing up as a Mexican American in Lorain, OH

My grandfather discusses his childhood and dating my grandmother

Mema talked about her life growing up and all she is brateful for

A walk through Helen Payne‘s history and life stories through her eyes and words.

A walk through Helen Payne’s history and life stories through her eyes and words.

I interviewed my grandmother in her new home in Oregon. She talks about her children, alcoholism in the family, and her life.

Last interview with dying mom

Interview with Diane and Billy Law

An interview with my father after he recovered from a life threatening head injury.

A college students interviews her beloved grandfather.

David Tilson, a 92-year old World War 2 veteran, reminisces about his 43 months of service in England, and in the Philippines on a tugboat four days before the first atomic blast.

Vaughn talks fondly about his youth, family, love of basketball, and his first love.

Margaret Trutter (97) talks with her granddaughter, Meghan Trutter (29) about her life as a farmer's wife, teacher, and mother of 6 in the midwest during the mid-century.

An interview with Joseph A Vigil about his life. Interviewer is his great grandson Joseph A Vigil V.