Maria von Trapp
Maria von Trapp was an Austrian singer and the matriarch of the Trapp Family Singers, known for their escape from Nazi-occupied Austria and subsequent immigration to the United States. She became a cultural icon through the musical and film 'The Sound of Music,' which is based on her family's story. Despite the romanticized portrayal, the real-life experiences of Maria and her family were more complex, involving challenges and adjustments as they settled in Vermont, where they established a successful lodge.
Born on Jan 26, 1902 (123 years old)
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Australia:
The family’s story is a mirror of 20th-century Austrian history – monarchy, war, loss and emigration.
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Argentina:
Maria von Trapp's life story inspired The Sound of Music.
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Sweden:
Maria von Trapp was a central figure in the story of the Trapp Family Singers and inspired the musical 'The Sound of Music'.
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