Abstract

Edward Jambrozy shares his experiences growing up in the Tremont neighborhood. Born in 1927 to Polish immigrant parents, he discusses his family's background and the cultural influences that shaped his childhood. The interview covers various aspects of his early life, including the languages spoken at home, family dynamics, and the challenges faced during the Great Depression, such as his father's unemployment. Jambrozy reflects on his education, work experiences, and military service in the Merchant Marine and Army during World War II and the Korean War. He also addresses the changes in the Tremont area over time and his eventual relocation to Brooklyn and later Lakewood.

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Interviewee

Jambrozy, Edward (interviewee)

Interviewer

Mendyka, Edward (interviewer)

Project

Tremont History Project

Date

8-11-2003

Document Type

Oral History

Duration

51 minutes

Creative Commons License

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