Part 1 of this interview explored the life, identity, and artistic journey of Indira Montoya, a third-generation Syrian-Argentinian woman. The interviewee detailed her upbringing within her Syrian family, describing it as a “liminal space” due to her…
he interview with Ra’ed Elmurib recounts his journey from growing up in a large landowning family in North Lebanon to becoming a successful corporate executive in the United States. After a family tragedy during the Lebanese Civil War, his family…
This interview covers the family history of Linda Jacobs. It delves into the stories and experiences of her paternal and maternal grandparents, who immigrated to the United States in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The interview…
In this oral history, Lina Shammas recounts her life from her early years in North Lebanon through the lasting impact of the Lebanese Civil War, which began during her childhood. She describes her family’s displacement, financial struggles, and the…
Bearta shares her story of growing up in an SOS Children’s Village Orphanage during the Lebanese Civil War with her five siblings. She discusses her immigration to North Carolina, her time at North Carolina State University, and writing her book…
This interview with Side Mitchell Mack, recounts his family's history, beginning with his grandfather's immigration from Lebanon to the United States in 1903. He details his grandfather's journey, the accidental renaming of the family to "Mack" at…
Joseph was born in Kinston, North Carolina in 1920. In this interview, he discusses his upbringing and his ties to the Baptist and Catholic churches, describes his career in the Marine Corps and his military service during World War II, and reflects…
Sister Mary Michel Boulus details her family's journey from Lebanon to North Carolina, their experiences during the Great Depression, and the strong sense of community and cultural identity that shaped her upbringing. Sister Michel reflects on her…
Greg Hatem is a second generation Lebanese American. He was born in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina in 1960. His family immigrated from Hammana, Lebanon in the 1920’s and settled in North Carolina. In this interview, Greg discusses his family’s story…
Houda discusses the circumstances of how her family first came to the United States in the twentieth century from Beirut, Lebanon. She describes the process of her family moving to California and eventually settling in Charrlotte, North Carolina. Her…
George discusses the circumstances of how his family first came to the United States in the twentieth century. He shares his role in his family's business, Merchant Distributors, INC.(MDI), and stories about his education and military service.
Philip discusses the circumstances of how his family first came to the United States in the twentieth century and settled in Goldsboro. He was born in 1942 in Goldsboro, North Carolina. He also shares details about his career in politics including…
Dick discusses the circumstances of how his family first came to the United States in the twentieth century and entered the country through Ellis Island. His family settled in Goldsboro, North Carolina and he was born in 1944. He went on to attend…
Lama Abou-Chakra shares stories from her childhood in Lebanon and familial history in the town of Ammatour. She details how and where celebrations take place and the importance and centrality of food. Finally, she shares what being Lebanese American…
Charlie discusses how he and members of his family arrived in the United States from Lebanon in the mid-twentieth century. He shares details about his childhood in boarding school in Lebanon, his college and graduate school life in North Carolina,…
Photograph of Herbert Nassour posing with his football team during his time as a physician in the Army. Herbert is standing with number 30 on his jersey. Writing on the back shows the name and town associated with the player's jersey number.
Photograph of a large group of students, Herbert Nassour is standing second from the left in the light suit. The caption on the back reads "First year medical students of the A.U.B. of 1937-38."
Scanned photograph of three different photographs. The first seems to be a photo of Herbert in his military uniform from the torso up and is a copy of item #11. The second photo seems to be of Herbert who is sitting on the left and his parents to the…
Scanned photograph of two different photographs. The first photo is of Herbert in his army uniform looking into the camera with a straight face. The second picture is one of Herbert at the beach and is a copy of item #57.
Photograph of Herbert Nassour reading a newspaper with his son Jimmy sitting by him smiling directly at the camera. Taken at his clinic in El, Paso, Texas.
In frame, Hoda is on the left while Hoda's mother Leila is on the right. Herbert and Hodas' two twin children are in the center of the photograph with Paul on the left and Pauline on the right.
Photograph of a large group dressed in formal attire. The photo includes Hoda's mother, Leila (seated farthest left), Dr. Dodge (3rd from the left of the third row), Herbert (immediately to the right of Dr. Dodge), Hoda in the 2nd row between Herbert…
Photograph of a group of 5 men around a table, while the man in center signs a document. The photograph has writing and signatures on it wishing someone the best of luck. The man on the far right is likely Bert Lynam, the boxer.
Photograph of Herbert, wearing a cap and gown for his graduation. The photo frames only Herbert's upper body. Graduation is likely from American University of Beirut (AUB) and portrait is dated 1937.
Photograph of Herbert and American University of Beirut (AUB) classmates standing with professors seated in the row ahead of them. The photograph appears to be for a class graduation.
Photograph of a group having drinks. Listed with their relation to Herbert, in order from left to right: his wife Hoda, Herbert, his sister Helen, his brother Sam, his brother in law Charlie, his sister in law Lucilla, and possibly Bert Lynam's…
Photograph of boxer Bert Lynam on a hospital bed after his surgery. Herbert Nassour stands by Bert as they shake hands and Hoda stands to the left of Herbert.
Photograph of a surgical procedure taking place at Hamilton Clinic and Hospital. Herbert Nassour is located in the middle of the three operators facing the camera and Hoda is on his right.
