Sarnowski, Catherine


Object Type
Oral history
Object ID
15340
Date
November 4 1987
creator
Brooklyn Historical Society
Description
Catherine Sarnowski (ca. 1920- ) lived in the Bronx while working as a welder at the Brooklyn Navy Yard during World War II. She began as a tack welder and later was promoted to first class. In this brief interview, Catherine Sarnowski (ca. 1920- ) discusses her work as a welder, her long commute, working conditions at the Navy Yard, day trips and training for the job. She also talks about her experience working the night shift while going to school during the day.
Related Collection
Brooklyn Navy Yard Oral History Project
Subjects
Labor and Yard Workers, Women
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