Today I was proud to attend a function at the Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor that featured a project I’m working on with some talented film-makers. As part of Gilder Lehrman and Library of America’s World War I and America series, Maria Rusolo presented portions of the documentary I Am Number, which highlights the history of war through the voices of the soldiers fighting in them.
About 50 people attended the event, including Vietnam Veterans and their families. It was a moving and educational experience.
I Am Number is an oral history project that focuses on veterans and civilians subjected to the 1969 US Selective Service Draft. If you’re interested in learning more, please visit the link I Am Number….
Can you share the link?
Thanks. You can find the link under the menu item labeled “Links”. I will also post it on the blog. I can’t put it in the comments.
Thanks for clarification
You’re welcome!
Congratulations, J
Thank you!
This project sounds amazing. I find it surprising there were only 50 people at something like this in NY, but 50 would be an amazing turnout where I live. Congrats on your part in it. I look forward to hearing more, and I’ll check out the link.
Thanks! Actually, the turnout was pretty good for a Sunday, even for State Island.
I just started a Vimeo profile so I can Follow I Am Number. Will tune in as soon as I have some time to focus and appreciate.
Thank you!
Amazing thing, amazing you, Jo Ann <3
Thank you, Vicky!
many congrats — indeed a good turnout for a Sunday morn 🙂
Thank you! We were very happy and hope to make more presentations, and get more people to share their stories with us!
Interesting stuff.
Thank you. Their stories are fascinating and we’re lucky to have them share with us.