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George provided amusing tales about his childhood in Yonkers and experiences in the Army. He also talked about his family's history.

John Ameer, author of the book Assyrians in Yonkers: Reminiscences of a Community, talked about the closeness of the Assyrian community in Yonkers and the history of the Assyrian people.The video of John Ameer's interview is on the Yonkers Public…

John talked about the Assyrian American community in Yonkers and recalled amusing stories from some of his family members.

Kathy talked about the influence of Assyrian art and culture on her own works and letters from her grandfather about the Assyrian Genocide.

Kenneth talked about his family's history and amusing tales of swimming in the Hudson River.

Mary talked about living in Iran and moving to the United States. She described her family's history and their experiences during the Assyrian Genocide. She talked about her effort to support Assyrians in the Middle East who are currently being…

Olin MacIntosh interviewed Maryam Ishaya about her relationship with the Yonkers Mar Mari church. Photo pictures Qasha Adday, reverend of the church (right) and Ishaya (left).

Nancy described growing up in Yonkers with a large Assyrian family and being involved with the Assyrian American community in Yonkers. She talked about her family's history and a memorable moment her grandmother's family had with the Czar of Russia.…

Olin MacIntosh interviewed Sarah Bennett about her relationship with the Yonkers Mar Mari church.

Scott Christian Sava, an artist, author, and film director, talked about his Assyrian roots in Yonkers. He described Assyrian art work and it's influence on him. Scott also talked about the making of  Animal Crackers, which has recently been added…