Torrieri, John (1922-2008)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1922 - 2008
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
John Torrieri (1922-2008), 1973 May 3- September 29
File
Identifier: OH 8713
Abstract
In this interview, John Torrieri describes his family's life before his birth, moving back and forth between the United States and Italy. He discusses his own life in Italy, followed by immigrating to the United States to escape mandatory military service. Torrieri further discusses living through the Depression, opening a bar with his brother, joining the military in World War II, and certain Italian traditions.
Dates:
1973 May 3- September 29