Oral history interview with Stanley Killian, Eugene Killian, and Helen Killian, September 27, September 29, and October 3, 1999

Containers:
Box OHAC C9
Extent:
3 audiocassettes
Scope and content:

This interview with Stanley Killian (1922-1999), Eugene Killian (1920-2012), and Helen Killian (1922-2015) was conducted by Stephen Desroches. Stanley and Helen were Desroches' grandparents, and Eugene was his great-uncle. At the time, Stanley had terminal brain cancer, and when Desroches visited he would record conversations of all present. Topics discussed include the Great Depression, World War II, and the experiences of their immigrant parents. The Killians also share their views on contemporary politics, including gun control, healthcare, the Clinton/Lewinsky scandal, and the Democratic and Republican Parties. They also discuss social issues such as divorce and couples living together before marriage.

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Access: Open
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Copyright by the Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York, 2018
Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Contact:
oralhist@library.columbia.edu