Geraldine Kiernan and Richard Johnson oral history interview

IdentifierNHF_BNYDC_2008_Johnson_Geraldi

Partner OrganizationBrooklyn Navy Yard

DateAugust 7th 2008

Description This oral history focuses on Richard’s work with the U.S. Navy and the Brooklyn Navy Yard, as well as Geraldine’s father’s work as a naval officer and a supervisor at the Yard. The Johnsons speak about their family history and lives before they moved to Brooklyn. Geraldine describes her life growing up and working at the Yard. Richard discusses wartime topics, such as the layout and organization of the shipyard, his day-to-day activities, promotions within the Navy, and the launch of the U.S.S Missouri. He also describes the books and other materials he has collected about the history of the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Material TypeDigital

LanguageEnglish

Duration3h 47m 47s

Preferred CitationGeraldine Kiernan and Richard Johnson, Interview, National Home Front Project, Washington College, Chestertown Maryland.

Provenance“Interview was recorded by Sady Sullivan and Daniella Romano through the Brooklyn Navy Yard for the Starr Center of the American Experience National Homefront Project”

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