"A country is great not because it has powerful weapons, but because it has people who have learned to look after each other."
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About Abbe Pierre
Abbe Pierre, born Henri Marie Joseph Groues in 1912, was a French Catholic priest who dedicated his life to helping the poor and marginalized. He founded the Emmaus movement in 1949, which focused on providing shelter, support, and dignity to the homeless. Abbe Pierre was a prominent humanitarian activist who advocated for social justice, peace, and solidarity. His tireless efforts in alleviating poverty and homelessness earned him international recognition and admiration.
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