Background
Heydt, Barbara Jean von der was born on January 14, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of E. Roy and Phyllis Jean (Kutz) Smith.
(Based on more than 100 personal interviews with people wh...)
Based on more than 100 personal interviews with people who actively resisted communism, this collection of gripping stories vividly depicts the unexpected end of an era. In her graphic portrayal of these heroes, the author offers an overview of the historical factors that led to the toppling of Soviet communism. Photos.
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Heydt, Barbara Jean von der was born on January 14, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of E. Roy and Phyllis Jean (Kutz) Smith.
Bachelor, Ohio Wesleyan University, 1972; postgraduate, George Washington University, 1979-1980.
Newspaper reporter, Colorado Springs (Colorado) Gazette Telegraph, 1973; editor Imprimis, Hillsdale (Michigan) College, 1974-1977; director Center for Constructive Alternatives, Hillsdale (Michigan) College, 1975-1977; director legislation information, Heritage Foundation, Washington, 1978-1981; deputy special assistant to president, The White House, Washington, 1981; television reporter, anchor, European television Svc., Cologne, Germany, 1984-1989; freelance writer, Cologne, since 1989.
(Based on more than 100 personal interviews with people wh...)
Volunteer refugee assistance, 1989-1991. Member Philadelphia Society (trustee), Licht im Osten, Christian Media Corporation.
Married Peter von der Heydt, December 5, 1981. Children: Stephanie Theresa, Thomas Manfred.