Peace on Earth
In light of the ongoing conflicts and tensions around the world, World War I strongly reminds us of the need for international cooperation, dialogue and conflict resolution. While paying tribute to the fallen soldiers of the First World War, we also honour their memory by working for a more peaceful and fairer world. This presupposes an open and independent handling of history and also facing it in its entirety. Unfortunately, this is not possible in Russia, for example. History is used there as a political means.

So let’s not forget the lessons of the First World War when we take on today’s challenges.

Eugène Rosier, (President of the Foundation “Centre for the Study of the First World War”, Netherlands)