As a German, in view of the history of World War II and the terrible deeds of the Nazi period, I feel a special obligation to help as much as I can to develop European-Israeli relations and thus contribute to ensuring Israel’s future and existence. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
Our shared historical experiences led myself and Mitterrand to the decision that we must do everything to prevent further wars. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
When I was elected to head the German government, I was fortunate enough to find a partner in Francois Mitterrand. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
I have made a very good living, for more than 30 years, by being underestimated. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
I have every reason, despite the resentment and exasperation, to be proud. I have nothing better to be proud of than being proud of German unity. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
It was a stroke of luck that there were about four to six leaders in power in the mid-’80s who really trusted one another and could really make things happen. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
The most important rule of the new Europe is: There must never again be violence in Europe. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
We all need Europe, not just those of us in Europe. And we Germans need Europe more than the others. Germany is the country with the longest border, the most neighbours, and is, by population and economic strength, the number one in Europe. Helmut Kohl Read Quote
