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https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/245/73dcbdc68d310c5a3323a1a0b3672ab2.mp3
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
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Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
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2005-2007
Description
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66 interviews
Abstract
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Immigration & Memory is a searchable collection of oral history interviews with immigrants in the greater Danbury area. Interviews are conducted by WCSU students for courses in history and the social sciences. Project financial support is provided by the Western Connecticut State University President's Initiatives Fund. The oral history database will enable students to analyze the history of immigration, the nature of community formation and consider the implications of immigration in the Danbury area.
The interviews were digitally recorded in Windows Media format. These files are then converted into mp3 format. Approximately 25 interviews were initially completed and the inventory currently lists around 50. Students interviewed subjects from all over the world, including Bulgaria, Ireland, India, Italy, and Puerto Rico. Digital files were then uploaded and described in WestCollections (a DSpace repository). In 2015 those materials were moved to WestD.
The collection provides primary source data on the history of immigration, the nature of community formation and the implications of immigration to the Danbury area.
Subject
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Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
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Oral History
Description
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32 min
Title
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Oral history interview with Bridget Boylan
Creator
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Lanning, Katie
Subject
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Boylan, Bridget
Abstract
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Mrs. Bridget Boylan recounts her life history, beginning in Aughaicliffe, Ireland to her settlement in Mount Kisco, New York. She describes growing up in a farming family and limited opportunities in Ireland. Her father was a prominent figure in her community and was involved with the IRA. She first settled in New York City, where she had relatives. Later she met her husband, also from Ireland, and settled in Mount Kisco, New York. The couple had eight children. She describes her adjustment to American culture, as well as a continuing identification Irish ethnicity and culture.
Date
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2007
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Aughaicliffe
County Longford
farming
Immigration
Ireland
Irish Republican Army
Mount Kisco (NY)
New York
Oral History