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S1 E32: From the Hitler Youth to Route 66: The Biography of Onno Rahlfs (History Suite)

January 24, 2021 - 0 minute read


VW Beetle

Onno Rahlfs was present here in this picture at the celebration of the production of the 1 millionth VW Beetle.

Dr. Karges interviews 89-year-old, German-born Onno Rahlfs. His story is a story of the twentieth century, which includes highlights such as the World Wars, the Hitler Youth, being "captured" by American GIs, Postwar Germany, the Volkswagen Beetle, driving Route 66, and falling in love with the American West.

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