Remarks to the departing United States troops in Berlin. (President Clinton) (Transcript)

From: Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents | Date: July 18, 1994 | Copyright information

Pres. Clinton cited the significant contributions of the Berlin Brigade in helping to bring about the end of the Cold War as well as in uniting Germany. More than anyone, members of the Berlin Brigade demonstrated the patience it took to win the Cold War. Despite the perils associated with their mission, members of the Berlin Brigade such as Colonel Gail Halvorsen, Edward Demory and Private Hans Puhl stood ready to take the first fall for freedom.

July 12, 1994

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