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Vladek Spiegelman is born on October 11, 1906
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Vladek and Anja meet in Sosnowiec, Poland. They were introduced by Vladek's cousin.
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Vladek and Anja are married on Valentines day after Vladek moved back to Sosnowiec.
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Vladek and Anja's first son, Richieu is born in Sosnowiec, Poland.
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at the age of 32, Vladek is sent to serve in the war against the Nazis
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While fighting against the Germans, Vladek taken prisoner and is first taken to a POW camp, then to a labor camp. Finally, several months later, he is released on Feb. 15th., 1940
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All the jews in Sosnowiec are moved into Ghettos.
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Richeiu is killed to avoid gas chambers leaving Vladek and Anja devestated.
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Vladek and Anja are sent to Auschwitz after attempting to escape Hungary and were caught by Nazi Soldiers.
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Auschwitz is evacuated and Vladek is sent to Dachau.
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Vladek is freed from Dachau after the camp is liberated by the Americans.
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Vladek and Anja settle in Sweden and later have their son, Art Spiegelman
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Art Spiegelman is born in Stockholm, Sweden
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After a life with depression, Anja commits suicde.
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Vladek Dies of a heart attack at age 75
