Father Jahn,

founder of the Turnverein

Movement, 1787 - 1852

Translation

Without knowledge of once own country, a citizen is only a toy in the hands of swindlers .

Every nation which treasures its independence should be careful to keep its citizens educated and protect it from globalism. A people that gives up its own language will loose its voice in the family of nations; it will be silenced on the world stage.

A people that derives plaesure from pursuing its own roots can always lift itself up to celebrate another birthday.

Vater Jahn