Anonymous Girl's Diary, 1939-1941
Item — Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The manuscript diary is by a young German girl from the Saarland area of Germany. The author appears to be from a rich, Catholic family. The bulk of the diary pertains to the girl’s personal life and daily activities; however, comments about conditions in Germany during the war are also found in the work.
The diary is written in German. It was found in Saarburg by the donor, who arrived to the German town during World War II with occupation troops. According to donor’s letter, the town was deserted at the time of the diary’s discovery.
The diary is written in German. It was found in Saarburg by the donor, who arrived to the German town during World War II with occupation troops. According to donor’s letter, the town was deserted at the time of the diary’s discovery.
Dates
- 1939-1941
Restrictions on Access
This material is open for research.
Conditions Governing Access
Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 volume)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: German
Creator
- From the Collection: Unknown (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository
Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
woodson@rice.edu
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
woodson@rice.edu