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Angela Merkel

Overcoming the Cold War required courage from the people of Central and Eastern Europe and what was then the German Democratic Republic, but it also required the steadfastness of Western partner over many decades when many had long lost hope of integratio

Angela Merkel

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Ending the Cold War depended on the bravery of those living in Central and Eastern Europe, including East Germany, who faced difficult challenges. At the same time, it required Western countries to remain committed for many years, even when it seemed unlikely that these regions would become part of the Western community.

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