StoryCorps: James Greason & Ruben Brown

September 24th, 2013

James Greason has been a dedicated volunteer to the Atlanta Red Cross since 1996. From the Olympics to Hurricane Katrina, the 91-year-old Mr. Greason has provided his relief services a countless number of times.

He recently spoke with Red Cross staff member Ruben Brown about an event that he remembers quite well.

Broadcast version of story that aired Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013

This story was recorded in partnership with the Atlanta History Center, host of the Atlanta StoryCorps Studio.

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