Bernhard Otto Holtermann: Networker and entrepeneur

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Source: "Australien 1872", Christoph Hein

The author Christoph Hein sheds light on Holtermann's extraordinary talent for drawing people on his side. As an entrepreneur, Holtermann was successful in importing German beer and American sewing machines as well as exporting homemade life drops.



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