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Father Jerzy Popieluszko during a sermon (Courtesy www.popieluszko.net.pl)
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Amb. Victor Ashe notes that this is the 21st anniversary of the death of Father Jerzy Popieluszko, the spiritual pillar of the Solidarity trade union. His relentless stance against the communist regime resulted in the government's repeated attempts to intimidate him. This year, which is also the 25th anniversary of the founding of Solidarity, it is especially fitting to remember Fr. Popieluszko and his legacy.
Polish security forces abducted and murdered Fr. Popieluszko on October 19, 1984.
Amb. Ashe said: "It is right and just to commemorate the death of Father Jerzy Popieluszko. Father Popieluszko was a true, modern-day, Polish hero and martyr, who died in the struggle for freedom in his beloved Poland. His courageous support of Solidarity in the face of oppression is an inspiration to all freedom-loving people around the world.
"It is a consolation to all of us in Poland today, especially to Father Popieluszko’s church, parishioners, family and friends, that his sacrifice will be remembered forever and that his flame will burn brightly in the pantheon of Polish heroes."
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