Oral History Interview with Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas, a resident of Anacostia, talked about his family history, where his family lived in Anacostia, and the businesses owned by the family, which included a funeral home and apartment buildings. He also talked about other neighborhood families and businesses; Anacostian history; relationship between Bolling Air Force Base (the military) and the community; and future of Anacostia, particularly his future vision of Anacostia. Thomas and his family were longtime residents of Anacostia.

Interview created in conjunction with the Anacostia Community Museum's 40th Anniversary Oral History Project and the exhibition, 'East of the River: Continuity and Change.' Dated 20070504