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The numbers spoke for themselves. Around 2,500 people from across Germany and neighbouring countries descended on Berlin for the 19th Rosa Luxemburg conference - the highest attendance ever.
Another 280 volunteers were mobilised to help.
Simultaneous translation in four languages ensured that this year's anti-war, anti-imperialist message was relayed to the massive audience.
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