In remarks to Polish pilgrims participating at his General Audience Wednesday 3 September, Pope Francis recalled the 75th anniversary of the beginning of the Second World War. He noted that many Polish cities in these days are holding events to remember this occasion and prayed for God’s mercy “on those who lost their lives for their love of country and of brothers.” “We invoke the gift of peace for all the nations of Europe and the world, through the intercession of Mary, Queen of Peace,” he prayed.