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Interview
836, LO/200/151
Leicester Oral History Archive Collection

Speaker: Ganatra, G.J., 1907 - , Interviewee, Male, Businessman; Social Worker;
Speaker: Simpson, T., Interviewer, Male

Summary of interview item: Recalls early life in India, marriage and move to Uganda, Africa in 1933. Describes problems faced in running businesses and move to Tanzania. Recalls coming to Britain as a refugee from Uganda and working as a social worker. Comments on problems faced by Asians coming to Britain and arranged marriages. Mentions health and the benefits of Indian medicines.
Place of birth: India
Education:
Marital Status: , Children:
Father's Occupation: Businessman
Mother's Occupation:
Location: County: Leicestershire
Location: Town/Place: Leicester
Periods Covered: 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s,
Language: English

Recording Date: 20/8/1985
Playing time: 45 mins
Access Restrictions: Full clearance Item Copyright: EMOHA
Summary: Yes
Transcription: No
Copies: yes
Cross Reference:

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