The Von Trapp Family was an Austrian family known for their musical talent and their escape from Nazi-occupied Austria during World War II. They gained fame for their performances of folk and classical music, which were popular in Europe and later in the United States. The family's story was famously adapted into the musical and film, The Sound of Music. The family consisted of Georg von Trapp, a retired naval officer, and his seven children. After the death of his first wife, Georg married Maria Augusta Kutschera, who became a key figure in the family's musical journey. Together, they created a successful singing group that toured internationally.