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Oral history interviews are firsthand testimonies of people’s experiences of history. These interviews invite narrators (interviewees) to talk about their own histories, giving unparalleled insights into life decisions, actions, and experiences that may not already be part of the public record.

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    Kent Ford

    Black Panther leader, walking tour guide, and children's advocate

    Portland, OR

    Renée Watson
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    Kent Ford

    Ford recounts his evolution from a Louisiana native to a critical figure in Portland's Black Panther Party. He details Party initiatives, reflects on personal experiences with police brutality, and shares his hopes for the future.

    Renée Watson collection

    Portland, OR

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    Tressa Gunnels

    Retired lieutenant, veteran, detective, and mental health advocate

    Corona, CA

    Robin Coste Lewis
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    Tressa Gunnels

    Gunnels reflects on her upbringing, military service, becoming a lieutenant in law enforcement, her work's physical and psychological impacts, the dynamics of policing, her transition into retirement, and her passion for travel.

    Robin Coste Lewis collection

    Corona, CA

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    Damon Jackson

    Texas native advocating for Juneteenth awareness and truthful education

    McKinney, TX

    April Reign
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    Damon Jackson

    Raised in Texas, Jackson reflects on the personal significance of Juneteenth and the importance of passing down cultural and historical knowledge. He also discusses his law enforcement career, his identity, and his children.

    April Reign collection

    McKinney, TX

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    Nancy Rosado

    Orlando, FL

    Denice Frohman
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    Nancy Rosado

    Rosado reflects on her experiences during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, work in mental health support within law enforcement, retirement, advocacy work, and commitment to documenting history through photography.

    Denice Frohman collection

    Orlando, FL

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    ‘If you want to learn about the history of the place,
    learn about its ocean, as well as the land.’
    Thomas Kaulukukui Jr.
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