The author recounts his life journey from a working-class background in post-war Germany to a career in law enforcement. Leaving home at 14 to become a butcher, he later joined the Bavarian riot police at 19. His experiences include serving on the border police during the era of divided Germany and witnessing the peaceful reunification. Retiring in 2006, he reflects on a significant period in German history, marked by personal growth and societal change.
