David C. Gilbert interview

@ DC Public Library

Description

Oral history interview with David C. Gilbert, an African-American who recounts his childhood in Barry Farms neighborhood of Southeast, D.C. After serving in the military during the Vietnam War - an experience which profoundly influenced his views on face and politics - he returned to DC and moved to the Adams Morgan neighborhood. He recounts his experiences during the U Street Riots and immediately after when the devestation to the neighborhood led to severe food scarcity and whole blocks of businesses destroyed and Mr. Gilbert volunteered to deliver for the Howard University Food Distribution Center.David C. Gilbert is a Vietnam Veteran whose work as a community relief volunteer following the U Street Riots gives rare insight into a difficult time in U Street's history.DC Public Library, Special Collections, OHP 26 U Street Oral History Project - DC's Cultural Corridor

Type:

Sound

Contributors:

Navies, Kelly, interviewer

Rights:

Publication rights for this interview can be granted by the DC Public LibraryIn Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Permitted;