The March for Life () is an annual

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demonstration held in

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in late March, close to the

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(25 March). The first march was held in 2001. It is organized by ' ( Pro-life Movement) of the

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. The participants usually carry white crosses symbolizing the victims of abortion. The event is supported by the

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and Eastern Catholic churches. The march is usually opened by a

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celebrated by

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- Archbishop of Prague. Politicians such as

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( KDU-ČSL),

Jitka Chalánková Jitka Chalánková (born 23 March 1957 in Bruntál) is a Czech Republic, Czech politician, doctor, former member of Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, Chamber of Deputies for Olomouc Region, Olomouc region and former Chair ...

(

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), Eva Richtrová (

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) and Jaroslav Plachý ( ODS) have attended the march in the past. The march leads to the Wenceslas Square and ends at the Saint Wenceslas statue.

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* 2001 establishments in the Czech Republic Recurring events established in 2001 Catholic Church and abortion Christianity in Prague Anti-abortion movements Protest marches

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