100 years ago, in 1920, my Great Uncle, George Francis Demmel, was sailing for Australia. He saw action the Royal Navy during WW1. Then, in January 1920… Read more “100 Years Ago”
Tag: WW1
Affirmation
Hello dear friends. As you may know, I am currently working to translate my Uncle’s (Emil Heitmann) WW2 memoir. He rebelled against the Nazis and was treated… Read more “Affirmation”
Following in my ancestors wake
We sail once more, in the wake of my Great Uncle George Francis Demmel. During his Royal Navy service, circa 1914, he worked on warships, patrolling the… Read more “Following in my ancestors wake”
FREE Kindle Book
Happy Easter dear readers. FREE to download 20th -22nd April 2019. Amalia’s Journey: A Cockney Mother’s story From World War One (Amazon). An enlightening #historical #novella, that… Read more “FREE Kindle Book”
Ships In The Night
My father and I were like ships in the night, on the sea of life. William Charles Lossl (Charlie) was born in 1910 in Versailles, France. He… Read more “Ships In The Night”
Change Makes us Strong – Teaches us Resilience
Dear Readers, Amalia’s Journey: A Cockney Mother’s story From World War One, an enlightening historical novella, empowers our lives today. The Art Nouveau cover and embellishments create… Read more “Change Makes us Strong – Teaches us Resilience”
FREE Kindle Download
Hello dear friends. I’m celebrating a Marvelous March. Spring has sprung with a FREE Kindle download. So, for this weekend only, Betweenwhiles: A family between two wars… Read more “FREE Kindle Download”
My Book in Amazon Top Ten
Wow, my book, Amalia’s Journey, has made it to no 10 in an Amazon bestseller chart. If you’ve not already done so, download your copy today, and… Read more “My Book in Amazon Top Ten”
Roll the Drum, Blow the Horn, a Book is Born
Dear readers, friends and followers, I am delighted to announce the publication of Amalia’s Journey: A Cockney Mother’s Story from World War One. Available now on Amazon… Read more “Roll the Drum, Blow the Horn, a Book is Born”
Never give up the search!
If you are researching person displace by WW1, check out 1914-1918 Prisoners of the First World War ICRC historical archives This story reveals what I discovered there.… Read more “Never give up the search!”
M.A. Lossl 