Interview with Wilson McMakin, June 29, 1976

Project: Billy Graham Oral History Project

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Interview Summary

A childhood acquaintance of Billy Graham, Wilson McMakin, recalls growing up helping out on the Grahams' dairy farm as a child. McMakin describes his knowledge of Graham's childhood and the progression of his life in the church as well as his family relations. He also discusses Graham's work ethic and his ability to influence people with his devotion to his trade. McMakin expresses his opinion of Graham and his admiration for Graham as a person.

Interview Accession

1976oh058_gr001

Interviewee Name

Wilson McMakin

Interviewer Name

Jerry Hopkins

Interview Date

1976-06-29

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McMakin, Wilson Interview by Jerry Hopkins. 29 Jun. 1976. Lexington, KY: Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.

McMakin, W. (1976, June 29). Interview by J. Hopkins. Billy Graham Oral History Project. Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries, Lexington.

McMakin, Wilson, interview by Jerry Hopkins. June 29, 1976, Billy Graham Oral History Project, Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.





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