Hermann von Bötticher, poet, writer and author of plays, was a passenger on the liner Nieuw Amsterdam, captured and sent to the camp of Ile Longue (long Island). Some of his literary works reflect the conditions of his captivity:

. The tragedy “Jephta”, written during his confinement,
. The narrative “Erlebnisse aus Freiheit und Gefangenschaft” (live Experiences during freedom and captivity),
. The collection of poems “Sonette des Zurückgekehrten” (Sonnets of the Repatriate).

For more information:

. Article on «Hermann von Boetticher et sa trajédie Jephté» (Herman von Boettinger and his tragedy Jephta) that appeared in the magazine Avel Gornog n°18 of July, 2010.