Vaclav Havel was born on this day in 1936. Cubans owe him a debt of gratitude for his constant solidarity and support. Below is a video where he describes his own time as a political prisoners and calls for support for Cuba's political prisoners.
Havel was a friend and supported of Cuban opposition leader Oswaldo Payá Sardiñas. He also met with him and other Cuban dissidents over the years, such as Jose Gabriel Ramon Castillo, Osvaldo Alfonso and engaged in campaigns for the release of Cuban political prisoners.
Jose Gabriel Ramon Castillo with Vaclav Havel in 2009
We will never forget and we will always be grateful.
