October 8, 1585 Birth of Heinrich Schütz in Köstritz, Germany. One of the most talented early German composers, Schütz was given the position of court composer in Dresden. Works by Schütz include Dafne, Musikalische Exequien, and Kleine geistliche Konzerte. October 8, 1656 Death of Johann Georg I in Dresden, Germany. Johann Georg … [Read more...]
Baumkuchen
Baumkuchen, often referred to as the "King of Cakes," is a traditional German cake that's as rich in flavor as it is in history. This unique cake is known for its characteristic rings that resemble tree rings, hence its name, which literally translates to "tree cake." This article delves into the history, preparation, and cultural significance of … [Read more...]
Saffron Buns (St. Lucia Buns)
Ingredients: *-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 1-1/3 cups milk 1 teaspoon saffron threads, chopped fine and soaked in a few drops of water 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, divided use 4 cups unbleached flour + flour for kneading Raisins for garnish … [Read more...]
October 7 in German History
October 7, 1794 Birth of Wilhelm Müller in Dessau, Germany. Müller was a lyric poet who focused on Greek culture. October 7, 1822 Birth of Rudolf Leuckart in Helmstedt, Germany. Leuckart pioneered the science of parasitology. He was a professor of biology at the Universities of Göttingen, Giessen and Leipzig. October 7, … [Read more...]
October 6 in German History
October 6 German/American Day in the U.S.A. - the holiday that celebrates German American heritage, commemorates the date in 1683 when 13 German families from Krefeld near the Rhine landed in Philadelphia. These families subsequently founded Germantown, Pennsylvania, the first German settlement in the original thirteen American colonies. … [Read more...]
October 5 in German History
October 5, 1056 Birth of the Holy Roman Emperor, Heinrich III. October 5, 1609 Paul Fleming is born in Hartenstein, Germany. Fleming became one of the outstanding poets of the German Baroque period of literature. A poet of outstanding natural talent, Fleming had befriended the intellectual, Martin Opitz, while a student at the University … [Read more...]
October 4 in German History
October 4, 1515 The painter Lucas Cranach the Younger is born in Bamberg, Germany. Lucas Cranach was a German Renaissance painter and portraitist, the son of Lucas Cranach the Elder. He began his career as an apprentice in his father's workshop alongside his brother Hans. Henceforth, his own reputation and fame grew. After his father's death, he … [Read more...]
October 3 in German History
October 3 Day of German unity. This is a national holiday in Germany commemorating unification of the two Germanys after 40 years of separation (1949-1989). Germany reunited on October 3, 1990. October 3, 1210 It is most likely that Hermann von Salza was elected Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights on this date. He held that office until … [Read more...]
October 2 in German History
October 2, 1616 Birth of Andreas Gryphius in Glogau, Germany (now Poland). Gryphius was one of the greatest of the German Baroque writers. Gryphius is noted for his poetry and his dramas. He is the author of Leo Armenius, Catharina von Georgien, Cardenio und Celinde and Herr Peter Squentz. Gryphius died in 1664. October 2, 1800 Birth of … [Read more...]
October 1 in German History
October 1, 1756 The Battle of Lobositz takes place in the Seven Years' War (1756-1763) (Siebenjähriger Krieg) between Prussia and Austria and their allies. October 1, 1904 Birth of Otto Robert Frisch in Vienna, Austria. Frisch was a physicist who did his doctoral work at the University of Vienna. Working with Niels Bohr in Copenhagen he … [Read more...]
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