The Lithuanian defenders have stood resolutely against their adversaries and their commitment to freedom remained steadfast. Above all. the gallant Lithuanian people have withstood centuries of relentless pressure to abandon their religion. culture and language. The success of Lithuanian immigrants in maintaining their cultural heritage has resulted in countless valuable contributions not only to Lithuania. but to our own country as well. On this 67th anniversary of the Republic of Lithuania we should reflect on the vision of freedom which continues to burn in the hearts of the Lithuanian people and on the sacrifices that have been made and continue to be made by noble individuals. In Viktoras Petkus. a Prisoner of Conscience in the Soviet Union. we have this vision personified.
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