Martin, C.B. 2015-03-23

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This interview features World War II veteran, C. B. Martin. In this second interview, Martin focuses on his work in construction in Lubbock and the surrounding area. Martin also discusses his experiences traveling throughout the world with his wife, Conny, a prominent Lubbock artist


General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: C.B. Martin

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Date: March 23, 2015

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: David Marshall

Length: 01:03:42


Abstract

Working in construction, Experience related to construction in the war, Favorite building projects, Effects of the Lubbock tornado, Challenging projects and changes in construction over time, Traveling, Going to Germany and story about German architect, Discussing trip to New Guinea, Interacting with people around the world, India and Sri Lanka, Art and travel, Conny’s art, C. B.’s brother Byron, Reflections on traveling, Greece, and Egypt



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Transcript: Transcript available in reading room



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