How an old suitcase revealed a hidden family fortune, lost under Nazi rule

This article tells the story of Antony Easton, who discovered his family's hidden fortune after inheriting his late father's old suitcase. Inside, Easton found documents and photographs that revealed his family's once-prosperous business, which had been seized by the Nazis during World War II. The article details how Easton's grandparents had built a successful textile company in Germany, only to have it confiscated when the Nazis came to power. The family was forced to flee, and their wealth was lost. Easton's father had kept the suitcase containing these documents, which served as a poignant reminder of his family's past. The discovery of this hidden history has prompted Easton to try and reclaim his family's property and seek justice for the injustices they suffered under Nazi rule. The article highlights the personal and emotional impact of uncovering this long-buried family history, and the challenges Easton now faces in navigating the complex legal and historical landscape to recover what was lost.