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Interviewee Sort descending Collection Description Interviewer Date of Interview Location of Interview Affiliation
Elbert W. "Joe" Friday, Jr. American Meteorological Society Oral History Project

On July 25, 2003, Kristine C. Harper interviewed Dr. Elbert W. “Joe” Friday, Jr. at the American Meteorological Society in Washington, D.C. Dr. Friday recounts his childhood in DeQueen, Arkansas, and his family’s frequent relocations due to his father's military career, which exposed him to varied geographical experiences across the United States.

Kristine Harper Washington, D.C. American Meteorological Society, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Frederick Sanders American Meteorological Society Oral History Project

On January 14, 2004, Kristine C. Harper interviewed Frederick Sanders for an oral history project. Sanders, born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 17, 1923, shares his extensive career in meteorology. He discusses his academic journey, starting with a strong interest in mathematics, and his decision to pursue meteorology through a U.S. Army Air Corps training program during World War II. Sanders recounts his experiences at MIT, where he advanced in meteorology and contributed to the development of forecasting techniques, including his collaboration with Ed Kessler.

Kristine Harper Seattle, WA American Meteorological Society, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Margaret Smagorinsky American Meteorological Society Oral History Project

On January 2, 2006, Kristine Harper, Ronald Doel, and Terry Smagorinsky conducted an interview with Margaret Smagorinsky at her home in Hillsborough, New Jersey, for the American Meteorological Society's Tape Recorded Interview Project. Margaret discusses her childhood in Brooklyn, New York, including her family background, education, and early life experiences. She reflects on her father’s work as a plumber and her role as his helper, as well as the influence of her parents’ differing political and religious perspectives.

Kristine Harper Hillsborough, NJ American Meteorological Society, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research