Alytus Celebrates 20th Anniversary of EU Membership with "Europe in Comics" Exhibition

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Alytus City Municipality in Lithuania has marked the 20th anniversary of the country's membership in the European Union with a unique exhibition, "Europe in Comics," at Alytus Dzukija School. The exhibition, consisting of 13 comic pages, tells the story of the EU's creation from Robert Schuman's Declaration in 1950 to the 2020 agreement on the EU economic recovery plan. French Ambassador Lucie Stepanyan praised the school's active international cooperation, while Vice Mayor Kristina Daugeleviciene emphasized the importance of values in the EU's history. The exhibition is an initiative of the French Ministry of European and Foreign Affairs and the International Center for Comics and Visual Arts.

Key Takeaways:

  • The exhibition "Europe in Comics" was presented at Alytus Dzukija School to mark the 20th anniversary of Lithuania's membership in the European Union.
  • The exhibition features 13 comic pages that tell the story of the EU's creation from Robert Schuman's Declaration in 1950 to the 2020 agreement on the EU economic recovery plan.
  • French Ambassador Lucie Stepanyan praised the Dzukija School's active international cooperation and expressed her delight at the opportunity to visit Alytus.
  • Vice Mayor Kristina Daugeleviciene emphasized the importance of values in the EU's history, highlighting the anniversary as a recognition of the EU's impact on Lithuania's development and future.
  • The exhibition is an initiative of the French Ministry of European and Foreign Affairs and the International Center for Comics and Visual Arts.
  • Alytus Dzukija School has been implementing several Erasmus+ projects, demonstrating its openness to the world, cultures, and fellowship.

Statistics:

  • 20 years since Lithuania joined the European Union (2007-2022).
  • 13 comic pages are part of the exhibition "Europe in Comics".
  • 1950: Robert Schuman's Declaration marked the beginning of the European Union's creation.
  • 2020: The EU economic recovery plan was agreed upon, a key milestone in the EU's history.

Sources:

  • Alytus City Municipality: The exhibition "Europe in Comics" was presented at Alytus Dzukija School!.
  • Alytus City Municipality: On Alytus Municipality's website ()