


Markus — whose great-great-great-grandfather invented the nutcracker doll — makes nutcrackers for a living, as did each of his forefathers who descended from the great inventor. Markus discusses his life decisions.
+ MoreMarkus — whose great-great-great-grandfather invented the nutcracker doll — makes nutcrackers for a living, as did each of his forefathers who descended from the great inventor. Markus discusses his life decisions.
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Jack Raese
Jack Raese
Markus Füchtner
Tristan Füchtner
Jack Raese
Jack Raese
Paul Marschke
Jack Raese
Jack Raese
Marilyn Janssen
Jack Raese
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