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Love Grew Later: Maria and Georg's Real Marriage
14 Jun
Summary
- Maria initially married Georg not for love, but for his children.
- Her feelings for Georg developed into deep love over time.
- Their real love story challenges traditional notions of romance.
The true love story of Maria and Georg Von Trapp, the inspiration for "The Sound of Music," unfolds differently from the film's romantic depiction. Maria was initially hired as a tutor for one of Georg's children and did not fall in love with him at the time of their marriage.
Maria's primary motivation for marrying Georg was her deep affection for his children. She accepted his proposal after being urged by nuns, stating she married the children rather than Georg himself. This contrasts with the movie's portrayal of an immediate, passionate connection.
Over their 20-year marriage, Maria's feelings for Georg transformed into a profound love that surpassed any she had experienced before or after. Their journey challenges modern Western views on love and marriage, showing that deep affection can develop over time.
Maria and Georg had three more children together before Georg passed away in 1947. Maria lived a long life, passing away in 1987 at the age of 82, and is buried with Georg in Vermont, leaving behind a compelling testament to evolving love.
