"The Ilinden epic is of immeasurable significance for all of us. It has created a historic myth that is deeply impressed in the heart of each Macedonian. Today's Macedonian spiritual and cultural heritage almost entirely rests upon the pillars of the values created at those times. The Ilinden fighters are one of the cornerstones both for the constitution of the Macedonian nation and for the establishment of the modern Macedonian state"..., President Crvenkovski said in his speech at Meckin Kamen Wednesday.
"For 103 years of the first Macedonian linden and 62 years of ASNOM are not only years of suffering and struggle, but are also years of pursuing a centuries old dream for a prosperous future- a dream that requires much work to be done in order that it come to full reality"..., President Crvenkovski added.
