Such an occasion provides us with an opportunity to recount the trials and triumphs of a great people. The struggle for liberty has occupied a central place in the story of Lithuania. a nation which has been in the midst of incessant political confict. But in spite of changing political boundaries in Eastern Europe from the 12th century onward. Lithuanias cultural integrity and desire for freedom was never extinguished. And the initiative of her people was demonstrated when hundreds of thousands of Lithuanians emigrated to this country during the great migration of 186768. Their resourcefulness and energies contributed greatly to our efforts toward full industrialization. And with their help. we forged a stronger union.
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