oral history
The term "oral history" captures the essence of preserving personal recollections and testimonies about past events through recorded interviews.
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Definition
C1Historiography
(academic, technical)The practice of collecting and studying historical information through recorded interviews with individuals who have personal knowledge of past events.
Example
- Researchers used oral history to document the experiences of World War II veterans.
- Oral history projects often involve extensive interviews with community elders.
C1Historical Documentation
(academic)A method of preserving and interpreting personal memories and reflections on significant events through audio or video recordings.
Example
- The oral history of the civil rights movement provides invaluable personal insights.
- Students were tasked with creating an oral history project by interviewing local residents.
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