The Bergdoll Boys

The Bergdoll brothers, heirs to a prominent German-American beer fortune, pursued daring careers as race car drivers and aviation pioneers in the early 1900s before becoming entangled in controversy, run-ins with the law, and attempts to evade military draft during wartime. Supported by their wealthy mother, they navigate a tumultuous journey involving kidnapping allegations, federal investigations, and bold escapes from detention, all set against a backdrop of rising nationalism and public scrutiny. Their story unfolds with dramatic escapes, covert travels, and a fight to preserve their family legacy amidst widespread government intervention.