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Adamkus at 100: Lithuania’s Bridge to Freedom | Chicago News
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- Jul 25, 2026
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Lithuania’s beloved former president Valdas Adamkus, nearing his 100th birthday, remains a towering figure whose journey from Chicago to leading his nation through independence and NATO membership is nothing short of inspirational. A diplomat with EPA experience, he brought American pragmatism to a post-Soviet Lithuania, earning trust despite early doubts about his roots. His moral leadership helped heal a fractured nation, and even at 99, he’s still shaping the future—recently asking about a “Deep Tunnel” project. Adamkus isn’t just history; he’s the living bridge between Lithuanian diaspora and homeland, embodying resilience, democracy, and the enduring spirit of a nation reborn. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cd719a221150f0a3