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Interview With Samuel William Searles, Samuel William Searles Nov 2005

Interview With Samuel William Searles, Samuel William Searles

Winthrop University Oral History Program

In his November 1, 2005 interview with Ebony Williams, Samuel William Searles recalls being drafted for the army during WWII. Searles explains his job during war and how he and fellow soldiers celebrated the end of the war. Searles also shares his memories of more of the harrowing experiences of war: segregation, death, and the mental effects of war. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.


Interview With Herbert Chisholm, Herbert Chisholm Mar 2004

Interview With Herbert Chisholm, Herbert Chisholm

Winthrop University Oral History Program

In his March 6, 2004 interview with Erin Robinson, Herbert Chisholm recollects stories of his time in the Army in Africa and Europe during WWII. Chisholm recalls life as a black soldier and living conditions for all soldiers. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.