Ramos, Henry; Ramos, Manuel (father/son). Public Library, Colorado Springs, 2009-09-26T12:30:00

File — Interview-ID: MBY005752

Interview Description

Manuel Ramos (61) interviews his father, Henry Ramos (81) about his life.

Facilitator Subject Log

1:05 Henry was born in Mexico, and came to the United States with his family when he was 2 months old.

04:19 Henry talks about his high school experiences.

05:44 Henry tells the story of meeting his wife, Emma and their marriage in Raton, New Mexico when Henry was 18 years old.

11:40 Henry talks about his various job and work experiences.

19:48 Henry and his family move to Colorado Springs in 1964. Henry talks about his work in the union, and at a training school in Denver, CO.

27:33 Henry talks about his first return to Zacatecas, since leaving as a baby.

33:20 Henry offers reflections on his life, his accomplishments, and what he most proud of.