World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

Logo for the All Out for Uncle Sam- World War 2 exhibit by the Stewart Library Special Collections department at Weber State University

The World War II "All Out for Uncle Sam" oral history project contains interviews from veterans of the war, wives of soldiers, as well as individuals who were present during the war years. The interviews became the compelling background stories for the "All Out for Uncle Sam" exhibit. The project received funding from Utah Division of State History, Utah Humanities Council and Weber County RAMP.

Oral History Program

Aldous, Robert

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

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. 

An image of Barbara Avondet in her home on July 20, 2017

Avondet, Barbara

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

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.

An image of Ron Bangerter in his home on April 26, 2017

Bangerter, Ron

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

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.

An image of Glen Bean, in his home on March 30, 2017

Bean, Glen

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

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.

Oral History Program

Benzel, Dorothy

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

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.

An image of Addie Blodgett (Left) and Earl Blodgett (Right) standing in front of a sign titled, "Selfridge Joint Military Community Michigan Air National Guard"

Blodgett, Addie

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

This is an oral history interview with Addie Blodgett conducted on August 14, 2017, in her home in Ogden, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. In this interview, Addie discusses her memories of World War II. Also present are Alyssa Chaffee, the audio technician, and Addie's husband, Earl.

An image of Addie Blodgett (Left) and Earl Blodgett (Right) standing in front of a sign titled, "Selfridge Joint Military Community Michigan Air National Guard"

Blodgett, Earl

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

The following is an oral history interview with Earl Blodgett, conducted on June 30, 2017 in his home in Ogden, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. Blodgett discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. Sara Kamppi, the audio technician, is also present during this interview.

An image of Gale Bramwell sitting in his home on July 26, 2017

Bramwell, Gale

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

The following is an oral history interview with Gale Bramwell, conducted on July 26, 2017 by Alyssa Chaffee. Gale discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. Michael Ballif, the video technician, is also present during this interview.

An image of Audrey Carr, in her home, on March 16, 2017

Carr, Audrey

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

The following is an oral history interview with Audrey Carr, conducted on March 16, 2017 in her home in Bountiful, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. Audrey discusses her life and her memories involving World War II. Alyssa Chaffee, the video technician, is also present during this interview.

An image of Anna Chadwell in her home on September 28, 2016

Chadwell, Anna

World War II: All Out for Uncle Sam

The following is an oral history interview with Anna Chadwell, conducted on September 28, 2016 in her home in North Ogden, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. Anna discusses her life and her memories of World War II. Sydnie Shields, the video technician, is also present during this interview.