oliver-torch-project-oral-history-project

Series ID:
KH038
Collection:
Kentucky History Oral History Collection
Description:

Oliver's, named for the Oliver family, was a village located in Clark County, Kentucky, near Winchester. At one time it had a working distillery, mill, store houses, and homes. This project focuses on African Americans in this region during the early 20th century. Specifically discussed are racial segregation, the process of integration, the Great Depression, employment, and businesses owned by African Americans. Other topics include education, family, social life, traditions, and religion.

Number of Interviews: 10
Duration of Interviews:
Library of Congress Subjects:
Race relations, Depressions--1929, Winchester (Ky.), Small business--Kentucky, Clark County (Ky.), African Americans--Economic conditions, African Americans--Kentucky, African Americans--Segregation, African Americans--Race identity., African Americans., African Americans--Employment--Kentucky, African Americans--Religion, Families.
Master Type:
Audio
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