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Joanne Cela Oral History Interview.mp3
Joan Cela describes her experience at the Grinton I. Will Library when it first opened.

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jim mularkey.mp3
James describes becoming a paratrooper and meeting French president Charles de Gaulle. He then talks about his service during the Vietnam War and his effort to get Thomas Minogue, a soldier killed during the Vietnam War, the Medal of Honor.

george porhat 1.mp3
George provided amusing tales about his childhood in Yonkers and experiences in the Army. He also talked about his family's history.

evanbishp.mp3
Evan describes his upbringing and how he became interested in art. He talks about how his mother allowed him to practice graffiti art in his bedroom. He describes art projects that he created with Katori Walker, such as 100 Words of Wisdom and Yes…

Interview with Eugene.m4a
Sarah Lawrence Student Molly Blade Hatch conducted this oral history interview with Librarian Eugene Howell about library fashions, including shifting professional standards for dress and gendered expectations.

Diane McCrink Oral History Interview.mp3
Interview about Diane McCrink's experience on the bookmobile.

dennisrichmondjredit.mp3
Dennis talks about his family's history and traces his roots back to the 1770s . He also describes his involvement in the Black Lives Matter movement and work he has done with the Historically Black College and University Intuitive (HBCU).

dean gross.mp3
Dean talks about the importance of knowing your local history and important events that occurred in Westchester County during the American Revolution.

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davidodishoo.mp3
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 Benjamin.mp3
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.
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