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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…

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

David talked about the ingenuity of the ancient Assyrians and the closeness of the Assyrian community in Yonkers. He recalled stories of hardship his family experienced during the Assyrian Genocide.

David described growing up in Yonkers and learning Assyrian customs from his family. He also talked about Assyrian cuisine and culture that he enjoys. He provided a brief history of his family and struggles that they endured.

Darius and Barbara talked about their families' history and persecution they faced during the Assyrian Genocide. Darius also talked about being fluent in Aramaic.

Matthew talked about his family's history, Assyrian traditions, and his activities with the Assyrian-American community.

Alice describes how her parents escaped the Assyrian Genocide, which was committed by the Turks. She also describes how they immigrated to the United States and assimilated into American culture. Additionally, Alice wrote about Assyrian cuisine and…

Twelve of the 24 photographs of the Mar Mari Assyrian Church of
the East, taken by Haytham ad-Din, and his accompanying photo essay.

Twelve of the 24 photographs of the Mar Mari Assyrian Church of
the East, taken by Haytham ad-Din.

Book of Assyrian recipies