Interviewee

Betty J. Ligon

Interviewer

Michelle L. Gomilla

Project

World War II

Biographical Synopsis of Interviewee

Journalist

Summary of Interview

Part of WWII: El Paso Homefront Project; discusses journalism career at PATEX Ordnance Plant, Amarillo TX, and various newspapers in West Texas; taking flying lessons; reflects on ethic isolation, discrimination and segregation during WWII.

Date of Interview

3-8-1995

Length of Interview

2 hours and 5 minutes

Tape Number

No. 872

Interview Number

No. 872

Terms of Use

Unrestricted

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