World War II, 1939-1945

The following is an oral history interview with Robert Aldous, conducted over the phone, on June 15, 2017, by Lorrie Rands.  Robert discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. 

Edward Anderson discusses his early life before, during, and shortly after World War II. On December 21, 1943 Edward received his draft notice the day after his 18th birthday. Edward married his wife Floris on December 30, 1943 just before departing for military service. He continued to serve in the war until 1946, one year after the war ended. The interview took place on May 27, 2012.

Al Aoki discusses World War II and the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and his occupation as a machinist at Hill Air Force Base. The interview took place on March 10, 1971.

John Ashworth discusses his farming background, his life in Beaver, Utah, and his carpentry work in the Topaz internment camp during World War II. The interview took place on July 22, 1972.

This is an oral history with Barbara Avondet, conducted on July 20, 2017 in her home in Ogden, Utah by Lorrie Rands. Barbara discusses her life and her memories involving World War II. Michael Ballif, the video technician, is also present during this interview.

This is an oral history interview with Ron Bangerter, conducted on April 26, 2017, in his home in Bountiful, Utah, by Michael Ballif. Ron discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. Lorrie Rands, the video technician, and Carol Bangerter, Ron's wife, are also present during this interview.

The following is an oral history interview with Haven J. Barlow (born 1922). Senator Barlow served forty-two years in the Utah State Legislature as a senator and representative, during which time he was a key sponsor of the bill that granted university status to Weber State. The interviews were conducted on August 16, August 23, September 6, and December 5, 2011, by Ruby Licona in order to gather Senator Barlow's personal history and recollections of his life and public service. Rebecca Ory-Hernandez was also present.

This is an oral history interview with Glen Bean, conducted on March 30, 2017 in his home in Bountiful, Utah, by Alyssa Chaffee and Lorrie Rands. Glen discusses his life and his memories involving during World War II.

Marie Beecher shares her personal history as well as her work and education experiences in utah. The interview took place on May 24, 1997.

The following is an oral history interview with Dorothy Benzel, conducted on August 28, 2017, in her home in, by Alyssa Chaffee. Dorothy discusses her life and her memories involving World War II. Sarah Kamppi, the audio technician, was also present.