Life Story of Legendary Musician Elvis Presley
In the heart of West Germany, a significant chapter unfolded in the life of the legendary Elvis Presley. This chapter began in early 1959 when Elvis, accompanied by friends Red West and Lamar Fike, visited Munich.
During his military service, Elvis met Priscilla Beaulieu, a 14-year-old girl, on September 13, 1959, at his home. Their meeting took place at a party in Bad Nauheim, a spa town where Elvis resided. This encounter marked the beginning of a relationship that would last until Elvis's discharge from the Army on March 5, 1960.
Initially, Elvis was "awkward" and "embarrassed" around Priscilla, but he soon composed himself. Despite parental concerns over Priscilla's late curfew on their first meeting, she was allowed to see him again after Elvis promised not to bring her home late. They spent frequent time together until his departure.
Elvis lived in a three-story house at Goethestrasse 14, which he rented for $800 a month. The house provided enough space and privacy for Elvis to relax, listen to records, entertain friends, and play piano. On Sundays, he and his friends would play touch football near the house.
During this time, Elvis surprised everyone by trading in his rock 'n' roll image for a more mature style after his return from the Army. He was promoted to sergeant on January 20, 1960, and received his stripes on February 11, signifying his imminent discharge.
Elvis was not present at his father's wedding in July 1960. However, his father, Vernon, met Dee Stanley in Germany and later married her in Huntsville, Alabama.
The relationship between Elvis and Priscilla during his military service was significant, as it laid the foundation for their later marriage after a long courtship. Priscilla Presley has revisited Bad Nauheim in recent years to remember those times and honour Elvis's legacy there.
In the city of Munich, Elvis visited the Moulin Rouge nightclub, and later in Paris. These visits added another layer to the vibrant tapestry of Elvis's German chapter, a period that was filled with personal growth, love, and music.
In the Moulin Rouge nightclub in Munich, Elvis was captivated by the vibrant entertainment scene, mingling with celebrities and experiencing music that inspired him. During his downtime in the city, Elvis delighted in listening to music, entertaining friends, and even playing his piano, embracing his love for music amidst the glitz and glamour.
