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Dresden Church Reopened After World War II Destruction

When the Allies bombed Dresden, Germany, during World War II, much of the city was left in ruins. The Church of Our Lady -- a grand baroque building -- fell after burning. Now, 60 years later, the famous church has been rebuilt and a national celebration was held this weekend.
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