StoryTelling America

"Oral Histories" provides a basic video service allowing individuals to
recollect their own experiences as well as the experiences, from their
perspective, of people with whom they've experienced life. Many people are
savoring the opportunity to capture what they remember about the generations
who came before them. They want to tell not only their own story, but also
the stories of people who never had the chance to tell them. Their parents,
grandparents, aunts, and uncles lived through tough times and persevered
nonetheless.

This individual recalls the aftermath of a Midwest tornado that nearly wiped
a small South Dakota town off the map. He recollects coming upon the scene
shortly after the tragedy and recalls his search for a loved one.