Letter to Elie Wiesel regarding the Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit

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Letter to Elie Wiesel regarding the Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit

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October 11, 2013

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This letter, dated October 11, 2013, is from Peter Ammon, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, to Professor Dr. Elie Wiesel. Ambassador Ammon informs Wiesel that President Joachim Gauck has decided to bestow upon him the Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany. The award is in recognition of Wiesel's lifelong work in promoting human rights, fostering understanding and tolerance, and particularly strengthening German-Jewish relations. The Ambassador expresses gratitude for Wiesel's contributions to reconciliation and hopes he will accept the distinction. He offers to present the award at his residence and suggests contacting Ms. Maria Adebahr of the Embassy's Political Department to arrange the details. The letter concludes with congratulations.

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Washington, DC., USA
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515 Madison Avenue, Suite 1130, New York, NY, USA
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