We are deeply indebted to the countrymen of General von Steuben who. through the decades of American history. have come to this land. bringing their scientific and technical knowledge. theirculture. and their dedication to liberty. In paying tribute to the memory of General von Steuben. we also pay tribute to the peoples from all corners of the earth who have given so much to the building of this Nation. One out of every five immigrants to the United States from 1820 to 1961 came from Germany. They and their descendants have greatly enriched the lives of all Americans. Many of themincluding. of course. General Eisenhowerhave served in positions of leadership. Their mark has been left on every phase of American life. However. today the freedom of American life. partly shaped by German immigrants. is not shared by many in the world. A divided Germany and the Berlin Wall serve as constant reminders of the division of the world into those who enjoy freedom and those who seek it. The history of America to which General von Steuben contributed so much is clear evidence that the freedom of mankind is indivisible.
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