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In her compelling new memoir, Displaced: Life of an Ethnic German Woman, author Anita D. Leick brings to life the powerful true story of her grandmother, Olga, an ethnic German woman whose determination and courage carried her through some of the most turbulent events of the twentieth century.

Spanning decades of upheaval, the memoir follows Olga’s journey from life in Tsarist Russia through forced migrations across Siberia, Ukraine, Poland, and Germany. As war and political conflict repeatedly uprooted her family, she faced unimaginable hardships while striving to protect her loved ones and build a future amid constant uncertainty.

Through vivid storytelling and personal family history, Leick offers readers a deeply human perspective on the experiences of refugees and displaced populations during both World Wars. The book illustrates the emotional and physical challenges of survival while highlighting the strength required to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.

“I promised my grandmother that I would tell her story,” says Leick. “Her resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to her family left a lasting impact on my life. I wanted future generations to understand not only what she endured, but also the strength it took to overcome it.”

Raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, Leick comes from a German immigrant family and shares a unique connection to her subject. A veteran of the United States Air Force, she later lived in Germany for twelve years with her husband, where she had the opportunity to spend meaningful time with her grandmother and learn firsthand about her experiences. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree from Midwestern State University and is fluent in German.

More than a family memoir, Displaced serves as a reminder that the challenges faced by refugees during the last century continue to resonate today. Through Olga’s story, readers gain insight into the realities of war, displacement, perseverance, and the enduring human desire for safety, stability, and hope.

Displaced: Life of an Ethnic German Woman is available for readers interested in historical memoirs, World War history, family legacies, and stories of human resilience.

About the Author

Anita D. Leick is a United States Air Force veteran, graduate of Midwestern State University, and fluent German speaker. Drawing from her family’s history and her personal relationship with her grandmother, she wrote Displaced: Life of an Ethnic German Woman to preserve an inspiring story of survival and determination for future generations.

Global Book Network – Anita D. Leick, Author of Displaced

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