Oral history is the systematic collection of living people’s testimony about their own experiences. Historians and others have finally recognized that the personal memories of everyday people-- not just those of the rich and famous-- have historical importance.

Holocaust testimonials present textured and individual understanding of one person’s experience of living under Nazi rule. These interviews reveal the scope and impact of Nazism on ordinary people and the personal, social, and historical context in which these events took place.

Excerpts from a few interviews with camp survivors and children who survived in hiding are available on this site. If you are interested in accessing other interviews, our archives are available to individuals. You can contact us at ohp@hcnc.org.