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“God designed the stomach to eject what is bad for it, but not the human brain.”

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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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