The interview covers the life story of Alaa Jaza, a Lebanese American who was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and later immigrated to the United States. The interview discusses his upbringing in a large family in Beirut, his decision to join the US Army,…
In this interview, Melissa Sims discusses her family’s Lebanese-American background, including her upbringing, artistic expression, and experiences navigating her cultural identity. Melissa's family history in the US begins with her grandfather…
This interview with Salma Hassanieh, recounts her life story, beginning with her birth in Dubai, her upbringing in Lebanon and migration to the United States. She details her family background, including their Druze heritage and the influence of her…
Interview with Mireille Sleiman discusses her life growing up during the Lebanese Civil War, her university years in Beirut, and migration story after marriage moving between Belgium, the US, England, and China. She spoke about the challenges of…
This interview covers the life story of Fred Abraham, a Lebanese American who grew up in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He discusses his family's history of immigration from Lebanon, his childhood experiences working in his family's grocery store, and his…
This interview with Michelle Tager recounts her life story, beginning with her childhood in Beirut and its suburbs before the civil war. She described her family's political background, her education in religious schools, and the stark changes…
This interview with Michelle McDonald chronicles her life as an American of Lebanese descent. She discusses her upbringing in the Pacific Northwest and her ties to her Lebanese heritage. She also details her relationship with her maternal…
This interview highlights the life of Rania Masri, an academic and lifelong activist. The interview narrates her birth in Lebanon and upbringing in Bahrain within a politically conscious Lebanese family. She recounts moving to North Carolina at the…
Paul Schervish reflects on his life journey, beginning with his upbringing in Detroit, Michigan, and his deep roots in Lebanese-American tradition. He explores how cultural traditions, especially food and cooking with relatives, shaped his identity…
Susan Assaf discusses her childhood in Lebanon before returning to the United States. The interview explores her upbringing in Ohio, her education and career path, her connection to her Lebanese heritage, and her experiences as a stay-at-home mother…
A brief biography of Najeeb S. and Esma Mahfouz Ashy, including their immigration to the United States of America from Daha Safra [sic, Dahr Safra], Syria.
A heritage book, The Texians and the Texans: The Syrian and Lebanese Texans, compiled by the University of Texas at San Antonio Institute of Texan Cultures.
The autobiography of Edward C. Saleeby, revised in 2001. It contains detailed reminiscences of his childhood, time serving in the United States military during World War II, and his marriage and children. In addition to covering Saleeby's own life,…
A brief account, given by Edward Saleeby, of the immigration of his paternal family including his father, Nasry Rashid Saleeby, uncle Gibran Rashid Saleeby, and grandmother Labibee Courie Saleeby.
A short profile of Cecilia Saleh, conducted with the translation help of her son, Sam. The brief interview touches on Cecilia's immigration to the United States and her role in the family business.
A picture of Sam Saleh with members of the Joyner family. The Joyners served as mentors to Sam after the Saleh family immigrated to Raleigh, North Carolina.
Caption from Trey Matthews: "Passenger list for the S.S. Majestic, departing Chergourg, [sic] France, arriving in New York 21 Aug 1907. Listed are George and Soosan (Susie) Safy."
From Trey Matthews: "Passport Application for George Joseph Safy dated 6 Aug 1904. Birth date listed as 4 Jan 1877 in Syria. Year of arrival listed as 1894. Witnessed by Salim B. Nofal."
Naturalization Papers for George Joseph Safy dated 2 Nov 1903. Occupation listed as cigar dealer. Year of arrival listed as 1894. Reference testimony given by Anthony M. Nofal.
An immigration record from Marseille, France, created on September 16, 1911. The record lists Alice Abdalla as immigrating at age 17 in 1911. On the back of the record is information including her profession, the fact that she could read, that it was…
An immigration record copied from information created at Ellis Island, New York. It was created on July 22, 1912, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. The record details the admission of Mershed N. Abdalla into the United States. This record…
An immigration record created at Ellis Island, New York, on January 7, 1914. The record details the admission of Rashid Abdelnour into the United States. This record provides information about Rashid Abdelnour, including his age, destination, and…
Passport for Rashid Abdelnour, valid for one year. The name on the passport is Rashid Elias Mawad. Includes travel and arrival dates, age, father's name, destination, and a brief physical description. He came from Lebanon and was without other…
An immigration record created at Ellis Island, New York, on August 16, 1913. The record details the admission of Sada Abdo into the United States.This record provides information about Sada Abdo, including her age, destination, date of arrival,…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on August 24, 1913, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It confirms Adell Joseph's arrival in the United States on…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on November 10, 1911, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It confirms Milia Ahi's arrival in the United States on…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on December 26, 1911, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It confirms Maria Ajar's arrival in the United States on…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on January 11, 1912, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It confirms Layla Akel's arrival in the United States on…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on August 15, 1913, sent to Fred G. Ghusn at 369 Elm St., Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It confirms Nahil Akel's arrival in the United States on February 19, 1913 on…
