Nana’s adventure

My Nana is here to tell me about her escape from Hungary

A letter to Colonel Harry Mumma

John Mumma shares a letter written to his brother, Harry Mumma, regarding Harry's exemplary military service and character.

My Poppop: William Lee

In this interview, William Lee explores his life during the Great Depression and in the army during World War 2.

German Prisoners of War Working on Farms in Upstate New York

Following the end of World War II, some German Prisoners of War were kept in Ithaca, New York. Buses would bring them to nearby farms where the were fed and worked in the fields.

Interviewing my super young, glowing, Grandfather

Sara McCusker, 15 years old, interviewed her grandfather Joseph McCusker, 88, at his home in Manchester, Vermont. Sara wanted to know about his childhood, youth, and adulthood, including what he remembers about raising her father.

Story from Gee

My grandma Gee discusses history growing up and meeting her husband as well ending with some dating advice.

Interview with Kyle Eaton and Andie Custodio Part.2

We talked about Andie’s childhood and how society has changed.

Pappy War Interview

Interview about my grandfathers time in Korea

Interview with my Grandfather Gerald

This interview is with my grandfather Gerald Sunkin who is 83 years old. He speaks about his childhood and where he grew up. He tells about where his parents are from and what his parents did and what they were...

Pops’ (aka Grandpa’s) WWII experience flying B-17s

As my grandpa has gotten older (97 now) he has begun sharing more stories about his experience in the war. He was a bombardier in the US Air Corps who trained other service members in the B-17. He had never...

Morris Nathanson on Being a 17 year old medic in the pacific theatre

Morris Nathanson, Rhode Island architect and artist, talks about growing up in Pawtucket during the depression, civil rights, and serving in the US navy during the Second World War.

Ross Goff Memories of Great Depression and WWII, July 12, 1997

Ross Goff (1922-2000) recalled his childhood in Tunnelton and Morgantown, WV during the Great Depression. He served in the U.S. Army Mar 1944 - Mar 1946 in Co K, 11th Regt, 3rd Platoon, 3rd Squad. Fought in four campaigns, including...

12 months, 12 camps, 12 years old: A Dark Time in History.

At just 12 years old, Edith Frankie’s life was turned upside down. She went from having friends to being called an ugly jew, having rocks and mud thrown at her, and being forced to wear the yellow star on all...

Thanksgiving listen

Talking to my grandpa about his childhood and his early education. I learned some things that I didn't know about him before.

Steven Lynch talks about his Childhood dream job and his military experience

Steven lynch wanted to be a professional wrestler but instead he enrolled in the army for six years.