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Norma Svejda, 1972

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Identifier: OH 8288

Abstract

Norma Svejda was the daughter of Czech immigrants, as well as an artist and teacher. In this interview, she discusses: the reason why Czechs of her parents' generation chose to emigrate; why they chose to come to Baltimore; Bohemian savings and loan companies; Czechs' ability as skilled tailors; pride in craftsmanship; and comparison of Catholic and Protestant Czechs in Baltimore.

Dates

  • 1972

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

87 Minutes (Audio recording)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the H. Furlong Baldwin Library Repository

Contact:
H. Furlong Baldwin Library
Maryland Center for History and Culture
610 Park Avenue
Baltimore MD 21201 United States
4106853750