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Wartime Reminiscences: The Story Of William R. Tanner’S Civil War Service, Brianna E. Kirk

The Gettysburg Compiler: On the Front Lines of History

Veteran war stories are some of the most fascinating windows into the past that students of history can experience. With World War II veteran numbers quickly diminishing and the risk of these accounts of history being lost, the importance of collecting and passing on veteran stories to future generations is vital. Such was the case with those who fought in the Civil War. As the twentieth century approached, droves of veterans began disappearing from the pages of history. The need for those veteran stories from America’s bloodiest war to be recorded and published became not only important to the veterans …

Teresa Elena Constant, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

No abstract provided.

Interview With Mary Margaret Stewart, March 13, 2014, Mary Margaret Stewart, Michael J. Birkner

Oral Histories

Michael Birkner continued his interview with Mary Margaret Stewart on March 13, 2014, covering her decades-long career at Gettysburg College, starting under the administration of Willard Stewart Paul in the 1950s and concluding in the 1990s. Topics covered include her academic activities, relationship with other members of the faculty, and thoughts on the college administration over the years.

Collection Note: This oral history was selected from the Oral History Collection maintained by Special Collections & College Archives. Transcripts are available for browsing in the Special Collections Reading Room, 4^th floor, Musselman Library. GettDigital contains the complete listing of oral …

The Avenger - March 2014, Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum

The Avenger

No abstract provided.

Fatal Wave, Geoffrey D. Reynolds

Faculty Publications

Fatal Wave is an article concerning the July 1938 seiche that happend in Holland, Michigan and north to Muskegon, Michigan along the Lake Michigan eastern shoreline, taking several lives in its wake.

Rose Mercado Robles, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

Growing Up on Fernando Road

Rose Mercado-Robles And Henry Vasquez, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

No abstract provided.

Three Lessons On Leadership, Compliments Of The American Presidency, Richard Holtzman

History and Social Sciences Faculty Journal Articles

No abstract provided.

Ernie Villanueva, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

"My Dad, the Pioneer Insurance Salesman in South Colton"

Ramona Aranda Genemara, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

Las Fiestas Patrias, Women's Sports, the Caldera Pool, & the 1938 Flood

Connie Cabrera, Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

La Tiendita de la Calle N

Dr. Tom Rivera interviews Connie Cabrera, a retired bilingual teacher in the Colton (California) School District. Connie shares much about her life coming from Jerome, Arizona, and about the years that her mom ran a small grocery store in South Colton. She explains that the store was a meeting place, especially for women of the neighborhood, and how it allowed them a safe space to talk over issues of the day. Connie recounts how she met her husband, Nacho Cabrera, and his journey to opening up his own barber shop. She also explains about …

Interview Sue Williams Spurlock: Collegiate Oral History Interview, Christy L. Spurlock

Faculty/Staff Personal Papers

Interview with Sue Williams Spurlock about her college experience at Western Kentucky University in the late 1950s early 1960s.

I'Ve Seen The Promised Land: A Letter To Amelia Boynton Robinson, Mauricio E. Novoa

SURGE

You asked if I had any thoughts or comments at the end of our visit, and I stood and said nothing. I opened my mouth, but instead of giving you words my throat was sealed by a dam of speechlessness while my eyes wept out all the emotions and heartache that I wanted to share with you. The others in my group were able to express their admiration, so I wanted to do the same. [excerpt]

Interview With Jai Lee - Oh 286, Jai Eun Kim Lee

Winthrop University Oral History Program

In her January 14, 2014 interview with Cody Willis, Jai Eun Kim Lee (Class of 1963) shares her experience as an economic major from Korea. Lee discusses the differences between Korean colleges and Winthrop.

Mel Salazar (Part 1), Csusb

South Colton Oral History Project Collection

"My Mom, Women's Softball Player & Hall of Famer"

Interview With Anne Duncan - Oh 285, Anne Duncan

Winthrop University Oral History Program

In her January 7, 2014 interview with Cody Willis, Anne Duncan reminisces of her time at Winthrop from 1974-1978 as a Physical Education major. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.

Oral History Guide: Insights From The Community Voices: Postville Oral History Project And Guidelines For Beginning An Oral History Project, Raeann Swanson

Graduate Student Work

Every person has a story to share, and oral history projects can tap into that information. There are many rules and guidelines people should follow while working on oral history projects, and not all of them are cut and dry. This guide will give you a glimpse into the process of creating the Community Voices: Postville Oral History Project and tips and sources for carrying out your own project.

The Lafayette Mclaws Papers, Lafayette Mclaws

Lafayette McLaws Papers

Complete letters and transcriptions.

Launching Through The Surf Traveling Exhibit Panel 01: Title, Tyrone Marshall, Brenda Devore Marshall

Launching through the Surf Traveling Exhibit

Panel one serves as the title panel of the traveling exhibit. It was adapted from the cover designed by Candido Salinas for the Fall 2012 issue of the Linfield Magazine. The panel features a vintage photograph from the Coon Family Collection depicting double-enders launching from the beach in 1957.

Launching Through The Surf Traveling Exhibit Panel 08: Pacific City Dories Continued, Tyrone Marshall, Brenda Devore Marshall

Launching through the Surf Traveling Exhibit

Exhibit panel 8 continues the exploration of modifications made to the designs of the Pacific City dories. It includes information about boat trailers and other methods used to transport the dories to the beach for launching.