Den boje za svobodu a demokracii is a day of remembering two benchmark events in Czech history that spans 50 years. It commemorates the student demonstration against Nazi occupation in 1939, and the demonstration in 1989 that started the Velvet Revolution. Both events showed the world that the Czech people valued their freedom and independence, especially under great odds of success. Memories are still fresh for many on those important days in 1989. Many of the young people here have no memory of the thousands flooding Wenceslas Square, ringing their keys for solidarity and freedom. Yet, there is a national day to think about how far this republic has come and what direction her people will take her. As an American, it reminds me that the need for freedom is universal and should be cherished and protected.
-Pete
-Pete
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