Photo: Czech president Tomas Masaryk (1918-1935) - a monument in Hradcany, Prague.
Credits: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Masaryk.jpg
U.S. President Barack Obama refers to this monument to Tomas Masaryk in his speech at Hradcany Square, in Prague on April 1, 2009. He refers to Masaryk:
"... I've learned over many years to appreciate the good company and the good humor of the Czech people in my hometown of Chicago. (Applause.) Behind me is a statue of a hero of the Czech people –- Tomas Masaryk. (Applause.) In 1918, after America had pledged its support for Czech independence, Masaryk spoke to a crowd in Chicago that was estimated to be over 100,000. I don't think I can match his record -- (laughter) -- but I am honored to follow his footsteps from Chicago to Prague. (Applause.)..." [From Transcript available at: http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/remarks-president-barack-obama-prague-delivered ]
Full video also available at: http://www.whitehouse.gov/video/The-President-in-Prague
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