Through Innocent Eyes - Sandor, Cynthia A
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Enter a world brimming with pagan rituals, stirring songs, and enchanting folklore that shapes Austria born Gertrude's remarkable journey during her time in the League of German Girls. As a thirteen-year-old chosen girl of the Third Reich, Gertrude embarks on a monumental adventure into Poland (formerly Niederschlesien). Amidst the turbulent times in 1941 and one-hundred thousand girls strong, Gertrude emerges as a symbol of resilience and unwavering devotion to her nation. From her private journal, "Through Innocent Eyes" weaves historical accuracy with a captivating narrative, inviting…mehr

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Enter a world brimming with pagan rituals, stirring songs, and enchanting folklore that shapes Austria born Gertrude's remarkable journey during her time in the League of German Girls. As a thirteen-year-old chosen girl of the Third Reich, Gertrude embarks on a monumental adventure into Poland (formerly Niederschlesien). Amidst the turbulent times in 1941 and one-hundred thousand girls strong, Gertrude emerges as a symbol of resilience and unwavering devotion to her nation. From her private journal, "Through Innocent Eyes" weaves historical accuracy with a captivating narrative, inviting readers to delve deep into a world of history, strength, and unbreakable spirit. A story of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the indomitable bonds emerge between Gertrude and her roommates, Ellie, Nelly, Steffi, and Marie in the Country Service Year Camp (Landjahr Lager) program. After completing the program, Gertrude returns home and finds work as a server in the Black Eagle Hotel in Mariazell. When the SS arrive, she flees in the middle of the night back to her hometown in Kleinzell. When the Russians enter her small village, Gertrude and her mother flee charging bullets and race to the American Zone in Linz. The city is bombed and Germany looses the war. In 1945, With thousands of women, Gertrude and her mother become ruble woman. By 1946, Gertrude meets then marries her first love, PFC Robert Sandor from the 87th Infantry Division and return to America making their home in Greenwich, Ct. Includes 51 photos.
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Born into a military family, Cynthia A. Sandor was raised in Greenwich, Ct. She was employed by John Denver's music publishing company handling the copyrights, licensing, and administration for their expansive catalogue that included over 20 companies and 200 songwriters including Kenny Rogers, Barbara Streisand, Harry Belafonte, Lee Holdridge, and the Starland Vocal Band, to name a few. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Eckerd College and afterwards, survived a horrible motorcycle accident. This led her to produce The Lady Rider Show, The Business Forum, and Travels with Cindy, on PCPATV. She is an accomplished world traveler visiting over 20 countries. She has written for Guitar for the Practicing Musician, Biker Ally, The Greenwich Times, and the Tampa Bay New Times magazines. A story about her parent's journey appears in the 50th Anniversary Maiden Voyage Edition - S.S. United States - Fastest Ship in the World. She lives in Conneaut, Ohio with her Chiweenie, Little One.