This week on Salt Lake Dirt I'm welcome author Anne Hand to discuss her memoir Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy. Anne shares her journey of uncovering her family's history and the emotional process of reclaiming Austrian citizenship in the wake of her ancestors' experiences during World War II.
We discuss the complexities of her family's past, exploring the impact of historical events on personal identity. Anne reflects on the bureaucratic challenges she faced while gathering documents and connecting with her family's roots, revealing the emotional weight of these discoveries. Her writing beautifully intertwines personal stories with historical context, inviting readers to engage with the past in a deeply human way.
Thanks for tuning in!
Kyler
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