Photographs, circa 1946 - circa 1970?
Scope and Contents
The central part of the collection are two copies of Eric Kohlhagen's memoir "Born Twice," which extensively document his experiences during more than 6 years (1938-1945) of imprisonment in German concentration camps, including Auschwitz. The collection also includes several original documents from Kohlhagen's education in Germany; several pieces of correspondence (mostly photocopies) concerning the dissemination of his memoirs following his death; as well as a few original photographs and some newspaper clippings about Kohlhagen. Of particular note is an exchange of correspondence between Kohlhagen and the U.S. War Department, naming several specific individuals as war criminals; also of note are 1 letter each from Ann Landers and Phil Donahue (all photocopies).
Dates
- Creation: circa 1946 - circa 1970?
Creator
- From the Collection: Kohlhagen, Eric Ernst Joseph, 1908-1970 (Person)
- From the Collection: Kohlhagen, Rita (Hyber), 1905-2000 (Person)
Language of Materials
The collection includes materials written in German, Latin, and English. Items are in English unless otherwise noted.
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on accessing material in this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.21 linear feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Wright State University Libraries
Special Collections and Archives
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton OH 45435-0001 USA
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