Maybel Jaryeneh Green oral history interview, February 1, 1996
Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Tamaya L. Evans: Topics discussed include background of Liberia's origins; family life; description of the town where Green grew up; education and description of the grade schools; description of Liberia's capital Monrovia; Peace Corps; health (diseases, vaccinations); differences in culture between the native Liberians (those living in the interior of the country) versus those whose ancestors came from the United States (larger cities); Liberian culture in general; types of food; music; discussion of political issues and the background leading up to current problems faced in Liberian government (up through 1995), including the beginning of Charles Taylor's involvement in the third coup.
Dates
- Creation: February 1, 1996
Restrictions on Access
The full transcript and audio recording of this oral history interview may be accessed in the Special Collections and Archives Reading Room, or researchers may request copies. For more information contact Special Collections at archives@gsu.edu or 404-413-2880.
Extent
2 item(s) (audio, transcript (32 pages))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
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