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https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/243/8d4805b26ec73cbb1b8a46dd40c57dbe.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
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
34 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Francesco D. Piselli
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Ballaro, Kimberly
Subject
The topic of the resource
Piselli, FrancescoD.
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Francesco describes the state of his homeland after WWII and goes on to tell of his family's immigration. He describes the financial motivations of many Italian immigrants, including his own family's.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Abbey
Immigration
Italian Education System
Italy
Oral History
Rome
World War I
World War II
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/260/7731a928068d12bf2b1cc1740dbc4243.mp3
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
27 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Luciano Bedini
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Bedini, Luke
Subject
The topic of the resource
Bedini, Luciano
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Luciano immigrated with his family as a young age in search of a better life. He describes their seven year wait to obtain a Visa and the scrutinization that accompanied it.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
Visa process
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/293/4e9c5f7303c1ca2c1f3a23d8d050c9f6.mp3
ccdec759435ae802aaf3915f459b370b
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
30 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Rose Gattuso
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Bria, Amanda
Subject
The topic of the resource
Gattuso, Rose
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Discrimination
Education
Farm
Immigrant
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
School
Sewing
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Veterans_of_World_War_II_Oral_Histories/2342/ww2_oh_civitillo.mp3
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Title
A name given to the resource
Veterans of World War II Oral Histories
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008-2009
Has Version
A related resource that is a version, edition, or adaptation of the described resource.
<a href="http://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/veterans-of-world-war-ii-oral-histories-collection" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">View collection</a>
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
This collection contains oral histories conducted by students in the HIS 298 course at WCSU. Veterans interviewed are from the western Connecticut area.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Civitillo, Berto
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2_ww2_oh_civitillo.mp3
ww2_oh_civitillo.mp3
Title
A name given to the resource
Berto Civitillo interview
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Civitillo, Berto, 1920-2014.
Schrager, Derek
Description
An account of the resource
50 mins
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Civitillo was a radio operator for the Italian Army during WWII. He was drafted into the service in Naples as were his brothers. After one month of training, he was sent to Tripoli with the Italian Army. He moved to Bardia in 1941 where he eventually was captured. Had to walk to Egypt and then eventually imprisoned in India. Italians were poorly treated by the British. He spent 40 days in Hospital and many fellow prisoners died and was imprisoned for 2 and a half years. He was then transferred to England for 2 and a half years where security was much more lapse. Came home to Italy in June of 1945. Emigrated to Canada and then the U.S. about 4 years after the War.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, Italian
References
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<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Bardia#/media/File:Italian_soldiers_taken_prisoner_during_Operation_Compass.jpg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">Wikipedia image of the Italian prisoners</a>
<p><a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=173182065" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">Obituary</a></p>
Italy
North Africa
Prisoner of War
World War II
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/257/22a6b3f43dd5e3f9ea2847743bc78bdc.mp3
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Dublin Core
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
12 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Marie Borgia
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Cullen, Peter
Subject
The topic of the resource
Borgia, Marie
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Marie Borgia was born in Sicily with the onset of the Great Depression, followed by World War II. She recounts the story of her brother who served for the Allies in WWII and was taken prisoner. She talks of her arrival in America and the difficulties faced at Ellis Island. She goes on to tell of her assimilation of American culture while maintaining a constant connection to her homeland.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Ellis Island
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
Sicily
The Great Depression
World War I
World War II
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/244/a8e1870211ddd0823d1bc00dba0ba964.mp3
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
27 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Carmine Hea
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Dewesse, Katie
Subject
The topic of the resource
Hea, Carmine
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Carmine immigrated from Italy and has lived in the United States for seven years. He describes his life in America as a Chef, he has recieved various awards for having the best pizza in the country.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Chef
Dishwasher
Food Critic Michael Stern
Immigration
Italy
New York Magazine
Oral History
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/290/italy.mp3
2ad700ff0ffbdcbaf974145c0dc5dc99
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
27 mins
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Josephine Rizzo
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Fingerman, Thomas
Subject
The topic of the resource
Rizzo, Josephine
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Josephine Rizzo sought to come to America for a life of better opportunities and to monetarily aid her parents back in Italy. She describes her resolve to be given a Visa to enter the United States, and continued further to detail her difficulties with the cultural assimilation, and the solace which the Italian American community provided her.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
American Consulate
Farmer
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
Ship Voyage
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/241/b560352c8d8b79feb8f54620c69aa474.mp3
7615327d016cca5be04174aa139cbcaa
Dublin Core
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
24 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Joseph DeSantis
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Kallomaki, Jamie
Subject
The topic of the resource
DeSantis, Joseph
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Joseph DeSantis served in the Italian Army, met his wife in Israel. After a divorce, he sought to re-connect with his daughter in the United States. He came to the United States in search of her, he adapted to life in the U.S. easily, finding work as an electrician and taught himself English by watching episodes of Matlock.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Forbes Magazine
Immigration
Italian Army
Italy
Matlock
Naples
New York City
Oral History
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/264/c23f80b86300881524121782ea15594f.mp3
7615327d016cca5be04174aa139cbcaa
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
24 min
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Joseph DeSantis
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Kallomaki, Jamie
Subject
The topic of the resource
DeSantis, Joseph
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Joseph DeSantis served in the Italian Army, met his wife in Israel. After a divorce, he sought to re-connect with his daughter in the United States. He came to the United States in search of her, he adapted to life in the U.S. easily, finding work as an electrician and taught himself English by watching episodes of Matlock.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Forbes Magazine
Immigration
Italian Army
Italy
Matlock
Naples
New York City
Oral History
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/261/22ee0ce58e5a2466478335892c2aaa2a.mp4
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Dublin Core
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
8 min.
Title
A name given to the resource
Oral history interview with Lucia Lamperelli
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Lamperelli, Joe
Subject
The topic of the resource
Lamperelli, Lucia
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
Mrs. Lamperelli relates her story as an Italian immigrant who endures a harrowing and prolonged seaborne trans-atlantic journey. Her arranged marriage, culture shock, and struggles to overcome familial problems, language barriers, and cultural shock when confronted by her exposure to American technology is also covered in the interview.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Arranged marriage
Bari
Immigration
Italy
language barrier
Oral History
Trans-atlantic immigration by sea
-
https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/274/eae54ee660d2b21bfa1c63505b3f12ec.mp3
3b19270d0ad5da11193c29bbdbd4d56e
Dublin Core
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Title
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Immigration and Memory Project, 2005-2007
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton W. (Burton William), 1961-
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
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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40 min
Title
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Oral history interview with Teddy Bekele
Creator
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Manning, Meghan
Subject
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Bekele, Teddy
Abstract
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Interview with Teddy Bekele about his experience coming to America.
Date
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2007
Adis Abeba
Ethiopia
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
World War II
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https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Veterans_of_World_War_II_Oral_Histories/2349/ww2_oh_purrcell.mp3
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Title
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Veterans of World War II Oral Histories
Creator
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Peretti, Burton
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008-2009
Has Version
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Abstract
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This collection contains oral histories conducted by students in the HIS 298 course at WCSU. Veterans interviewed are from the western Connecticut area.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Purrcell, Jimmy
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9_ww2_oh_purrcell.mp3
ww2_oh_purrcell.mp3
Title
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James Purcell interview
Creator
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Purcell, James
Robbins, Heather
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An interview with Jim Purcell (Technical Sergeant, 645th Tank Destroyer Division, 45th Infantry Division). Enlisted February 12, 1942, from Danbury, CT. First with CT State Guard guarding railroad bridges, airplane spotting, etc. Sent to Fort Devens and Camp Croft (SC) for training. A radio operator in an M-20 tank between command and the forward tanks. (530 days on the front line) Landed in Africa in April 1943 and then landed in Salerno. He was shifted to the Anzio beachhead in February 1944. Fought German Nordwind (the Bulge) offensive in January 1945 where his commander, Lt. Lindbergh, was killed. They were surrounded for 3 days - he and fellow soldiers drank a bottle of wine they had found near Anzio that had been saving for the end of the War. Purcell was awarded a bronze star.
Date
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2008-05-27
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American
Description
An account of the resource
32 mins
Anzio Beach (Battle)
Battle of the Bulge
Italy
World War II
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https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Immigration_and_Memory_Project_2005-2007/277/558b8f47badd2f51b5e97d59609cf1df.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
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005-2007
Description
An account of the resource
66 interviews
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
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
The topic of the resource
Emigration and immigration law--United States--History.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Dublin Core
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Source
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Immigration and Memory Project
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral History
Description
An account of the resource
17 min
Title
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Oral history interview with Vinceza Borgesano
Creator
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Steahowice, Kevin
Subject
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Borgesano, Vinceza
Abstract
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Vincenza immigrated to the United States in the 1970's from Italy. She describes her early life in Italy
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2007
Immigration
Italy
Oral History
World War II
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https://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/files/original/Veterans_of_World_War_II_Oral_Histories/2348/ww2_oh_wheeler.mp3
c71c1198ba9d2a8a1314642d9bf6bc06
Dublin Core
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Title
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Veterans of World War II Oral Histories
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Peretti, Burton
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008-2009
Has Version
A related resource that is a version, edition, or adaptation of the described resource.
<a href="http://archives.library.wcsu.edu/studentOmeka/veterans-of-world-war-ii-oral-histories-collection" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">View collection</a>
Abstract
A summary of the resource.
This collection contains oral histories conducted by students in the HIS 298 course at WCSU. Veterans interviewed are from the western Connecticut area.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Wheeler, George
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8_ww2_oh_wheeler.mp3
ww2_oh_wheeler.mp3
Title
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George Wheeler interview
Creator
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Wheeler, George
Neylon, Thomas
Description
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57 mins 21 sec
Abstract
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George Wheeler talks about his early life briefly and then to his enlistment with the Army. He wanted to enlist in the Navy in 1939 but ended up in the Army in 1941. He trained as a cannoneer on a 155 Howitzer at Fort Bragg. He took the USS Argentina to Scotland in August of 1942 and then London, before being shipped to North Africa (1st Corp). Went to Sicily, Salerno, Monte Casino, Sienna, etc. (7th Army - Patton) Seven weeks on the Riviera then to Alsace-Lorraine and crossed the Siegfried line and then had a 90-day furlough. He was wounded multiple times. He also spent some time as an interpreter for Charles de Gaulle. Shot at North Africans who were pilfering dead bodies. Patton spoke to him once.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008-05-15
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American
Artillery
Italy
North Africa
United States Army
World War II