oral history
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According to oral history passed down over the generations, Santseo was planted in the 13th Century by Komfo Nana Asumbia, a royal figure to whom we trace our lineage.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
One version of the oral history speaks of a hunter from Gomoa Asin, a royal named Inhune Akubuha.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
With a gallery space split between a dance studio and a film editing room, the exhibition weaves elements of choreography, documentary, oral history and ritual.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
His notes “took over our dining room at home,” much to his wife’s chagrin, Banatao said in the oral history.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026
Back in the United States, Liyana’s classes had oral history assignments where they were supposed to go home and ask their oldest relatives or neighbors what the world was like long ago.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
