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“Thoughts and pictures come to my mind... thoughts from before the year 1914 when there was real peace, quiet and security on this earth - a time when we didn't know fear... Security and quiet have disappeared from the lives of men since 1914.”

Quote by Konrad Adenauer

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Konrad Adenauer

Konrad Adenauer, born on January 5, 1876 and died on April 19, 1967, was a former Chancellor of Germany. He is a key figure in the post-war reconstruction of Germany, known for his strong democratic beliefs and political acumen. more

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