September 15, 1924 was a special day for Johann and Elizabeth Hauck when their baby was born at Gasthaus Zum Drei Linden (The Inn of the Three Linden) in Trundstadt, Germany. Paul was their second son and he became like a shadow to Albin, his older brother. Albin often lead the way, even chasing away mean dogs and bullies. Paul's father, whom he called Pop, liked to laugh and entertain. When Paul learned to play the piano, Pop would play the violin. Sometimes Pop acted goofy by placing the violin on his head to play. Pop would do anything to make Paul laugh. Soon, baby sister Charlotte was...