Description:
Buford Rolin discusses his early childhood, including his education through high school and his experiences at Vacation Bible Schools in the summer. He recounts his summers spent picking potatoes, as well as the one trip to Virginia he made to pick tomatoes. He discusses how Indians began travelling to harvest crops through agricultural extension programs. He speaks about the history of the churches in the area and discusses community gatherings, particularly the Christmas play at his church. He speaks returns to a discussion of his and his sisters’ educations. Finally, he discusses the nature of Indian identity and customs, the historical oppression they have faced, and his goals for the future of the community.