Abstract
This oral history interview with Eddy Bugala, conducted by Charles McCandlish on February 22, 2003, provides a detailed account of Bugala’s experiences growing up in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Bugala shares memories of his parents’ immigration from Poland in the early 20th century, their settlement in Cleveland, and the cultural dynamics of the diverse community they joined. He discusses the impact of the construction of the freeway on the neighborhood, including the displacement of residents and the closure of churches and schools. Bugala also reflects on the social and recreational activities of his youth, the role of local businesses, and the effects of broader historical events such as the New Deal and World War II on the Tremont area. Throughout the interview, Bugala offers insights into the strong sense of community that characterized Tremont, as well as his personal experiences and family life within this changing urban landscape.
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Interviewee
Bugala, Eddy (interviewee)
Interviewer
McCandlish, Charles (interviewer)
Project
Tremont History Project
Date
2-22-2003
Document Type
Oral History
Recommended Citation
"Eddy Bugala interview, 22 February 2003" (2003). Cleveland Regional Oral History Collection. Interview 223007.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/crohc000/1329
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