From the coal-dusted villages of Ohio to the battle-scarred fields of France, from the steady rhythm of the B&O Railroad to the bubbling promise of a basement brewery—this is the story of Henry Hahn. A story of sparks and steel, of profound loss and unbreakable love, stitched together by family and the unshakable rhythm of time.
Ric Rhodes is a storyteller preserving his family’s legacy. Henry and The Hops of Time weaves together photos, letters, and memories into a heartfelt tribute, ensuring future generations find pride and strength in their roots. It embodies his family’s creed: Familie ist alles—Family is Everything.
Henry and The Hops of Time follows Henry Hahn, a miner’s son, soldier, and family man, whose love for brewing becomes a symbol of resilience, faith, and legacy. Through war, hardship, and laughter, Henry’s story celebrates the power of family and the simple joys that make life worth living.
“Just as Henry preserved his family’s legacy through stories and traditions, your words help continue that beautiful human practice of connecting across generations.”
Coal Mines, Country Roads and Family tells the heartfelt true story of Estle “Bub” Rhodes and Ida Louise Hahn, whose lives began in the Appalachian hills of Tunnelton, West Virginia. From childhood friendship and young love to marriage, coal-mining life, World War II, separation, and raising a family, their journey reflects remarkable strength, faith, and devotion. Through treasured memories, family stories, and photographs, Ric Rhodes preserves the experiences of generations shaped by hard work, country roads, and an enduring commitment to family. More than a family history, this book is a tribute to the people, places, and values that connect one generation to the next.
The response to Henry's story has been incredible. I'm currently exploring other family narratives that deserve to be told.
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Ric Rhodes is a storyteller preserving his family’s legacy. Henry and The Hops of Time weaves together photos, letters, and memories into a heartfelt tribute, ensuring future generations find pride and strength in their roots. It embodies his family’s creed: Familie ist alles Family is Everything.
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