Becky French is the daughter of Reinhard Hermann Krohn, and as a child became enthralled with the stories her father shared. Realizing the important impact of Reinhard’s journey, she began to take notes which ultimately resulted in her book “Opa”. Becky is a doctor in nursing practice, specializing in family and geriatrics. She works in the local emergency room and private practice. She is the mother of 8, and a grandmother. In addition to writing, her passions include vocal and instrumental music, and participating in medical mission trips to Haiti.
Opa
From Hitler Youth to American Farmer and Father
by Rebecca French
Opa
From Hitler Youth to American Farmer and Father
by Rebecca French
Published Aug 08, 2016
254 Pages
Genre: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Historical
Book Details
Opa: Biography of a Hitler Youth
Raised in post – WWI Germany, Reinhard Hermann Krohn son of working class citizens, thrived as young boy in Pinneberg. From Hitler Jungvolk to Hitler Jungend, he learned the importance of loyalty to Hitler’s Germany. As a 17 year old, Reinhard joined the ranks of Grossdeutschland Kurmark, to defend the country he loved. At the very end of WWII, he was captured and placed in a Russian concentration camp. The journey of this young German boy is written by his daughter, as shared by Reinhard. The original diary Reinhard kept in captivity has been translated and included within the book. From German citizen, to Russian captive, and his immigration to America. The story of this amazing German man comes to life.