Centerville-Washington History

A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township

History EN ↓ 52 episodes

Stories about ordinary and extraordinary residents and places in Centerville and Washington Township, Ohio. This podcast explores local history from the perspective of current and past residents.

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Centerville-Washington History

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Interview with Robert Thobaben PhD - World War II Pacific Theater, Wright State Political Science Professor 22.03.2022 52:43

Robert Thobaben, a long-time Centerville resident recalls the start of World War II and describes his role in the 111th Infantry in the Pacific Theater. He talks about his career as a professor at Wright State University and his opportunity to travel throughout the world. Staying active and engaged throughout his 98 years of life, Robert shares some of the wisdom he has learned over the years.

Interview with Trustee Jerry Strange- Recollections of Normandy Farms, Aaron Nutt Jr Cottage 16.03.2022 50:05

Susan talks to Jerry Strange, Trustee of Centerville-Washington History about his move to Centerville in the early 1960s and what life was like during that time. Jerry was a professor at the University of Dayton for 40 years. In this interview, he reminisces about his time with Centerville Diversity Council, Normandy Church, and Centerville-Washington History. Jerry reflects upon living in a plur...