Abstract
Efty Simakis shares her memories of growing up in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Simakis, a Greek immigrant who moved to Tremont at the age of four, discusses her experiences living in the projects, the strong sense of community, and the diverse population that inhabited the area during her childhood. She reflects on the challenges her family faced as immigrants, the influence of the Greek community, and her personal journey through education and work. The interview also touches on significant historical events, such as the construction of the Inner Belt and the election of Carl Stokes, and how these events impacted the community.
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Interviewee
Simakis, Efty (interviewee)
Interviewer
Schloss, Robin (interviewer)
Project
Tremont History Project
Date
11-4-2003
Document Type
Oral History
Recommended Citation
"Efty Simakis interview 04 November 2003" (2003). Cleveland Regional Oral History Collection. Interview 223011.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/crohc000/1325
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