Lech Walesa was born on Sept. 29 1943 in Popowo, Poland. Lech Walesa served in the army and quickly rose to the rank of Corporal. He is also a strong Catholic. Lech Walesa has made the name "Solidarity" more than an expression of the unity of a group campaigning for special interests. In 1983 Walesa received the Nobel Peace Prize. After winning the Nobel Peace Prize he was inspired to continue his work with the "Solidarity Movement".
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