Here is provided a simple chronology of events in Europe, Germany, and Austria that have bearing on the events described in these letters. Whenever possible or known, the direct actions or experiences or the Secher-Schab family members are tied directly to these historical events.
Unless otherwise noted all materials on this site are from the Secher Letters collection of The University of Memphis Libraries, Special Collections.
Translated and Edited by Dr. H. Pierre Secher, Professor Emeritus,
Political Science, University of Memphis.
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