Poles and Germans good friends

German Chancellor Angela Merkel comments on Poland's Independence Day on page 3 of Poland's most widely read daily Fakt: "The 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 is an important historical date for the Polish people and for all of Europe.  On this day Poland re-emerged on the political map as a free and independent state after 123 years. This did not mean the end of hard times for the Polish people. We will always keep the memory of the indescribable suffering that Germans imposed on the Poles alive in our nation's conscience. It is Germany's historical obligation to do so. This momentous historical day also reminds me that Poland made an excellent contribution towards overcoming the division of Europe ... and we remain grateful to you for this ... Today Poles and Germans are good friends and neighbours."

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