ABOUT THE BOOK
TWO FLAGS ONE LEGACY
Two Flags, One Legacy is the extraordinary true story of Dietrich “Dietz” Rottcher, a German-born immigrant who fought for both Germany and the United States during World War II. Leaving behind famine and fear, he arrived in America at fourteen, determined to build a new life. Through grit and courage, he became a soldier, craftsman, and father whose name carried both pride and prejudice. Written by his son, James Rottcher, this powerful biography explores identity, loyalty, and the price of freedom — revealing how one man’s divided past became a lasting symbol of resilience, redemption, and the enduring American dream.
The Author
James Dietrich Rottcher was born on January 17, 1952, in York, Pennsylvania, the son of Dietrich Rottcher, and Dietrich’s only known biological son, and has one daughter, Rosemarie. James has a daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Rottcher, and two sons, Thomas Frank Rottcher and Eric James Rottcher.
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Two Flags, One Legacy is a biographical narrative that chronicles the extraordinary life of Dietrich (“Dietz”) Röttcher — a man who remarkably served in both the German and U.S. armies during World War II. It’s a deeply personal family history that blends fact, memory, and storytelling to preserve the legacy of an immigrant who lived through some of the most turbulent events of the 20th century.
