People of Oklahoma: Reymundo Madrid - A Hispanic Air Force Veteran and Civic Leader

In this episode, Reymundo Madrid (1947-2023), a respected Air Force veteran from the Hispanic community in Oklahoma, shares about how he redirected the narrative of the Latino youth, his activism in bringing awareness about the forgotten Hispanic veterans with the creation of the Manuel Perez Park and plaque installment, and his involvement in the development of Yumare Folkloric dance group, the civic group at the Historic Capitol Hill, and other groups that empowered those who are now the leaders in the greater Oklahoma City area.
Oklahoma is home to diverse communities. The Oklahoma Historical Society Multicultural Office (OHSMO) aims to develop programs and outreach initiatives to tell the story of Oklahoma’s diverse heritage and give voice to
these historically underrepresented communities. OHSMO is currently developing the “People of Oklahoma” series to share that diversity.
A series of video interviews are being recorded to create a historical record of the voices of community leaders from a number of backgrounds. Stories of resiliency, hope, tenacity, and innovation are being added to the
expansive library of live interviews, video documentaries, and oral histories in the OHS archives.
The office also holds several in-person events that include authentic traditions celebrated by the respective communities so that these cultures can be shared, appreciated, and experienced. You can contact OHS Multicultural Officer Saidy Herrera for additional details at [e-mail].