Germany
Some of the key events about Germany
- 1517The Protestant Reformation began, leading to significant religious and social changes across Europe
- 1618The Thirty Years' War began, devastating much of Germany
- 1810The University of Berlin (now Humboldt University) was founded, becoming a model for modern research universities
- 1848Failed revolutions across German states crushed hopes for unification and liberal reforms
- 1871The German Empire was established, unifying numerous German states into a single nation
- 1914Germany entered World War I, leading to millions of casualties and eventual defeat
- 1918Women gained the right to vote in Germany, marking a significant step towards gender equality
- 1923Hyperinflation in the Weimar Republic wiped out savings and destabilized the economy
- 1933The Nazi Party came to power, establishing a totalitarian dictatorship
- 1938Kristallnacht marked intensified persecution of Jews in Germany
- 1939Germany invaded Poland, initiating World War II in Europe
- 1945Germany was defeated in World War II, leading to occupation and division
- 1949The Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) was founded, establishing a democratic government
- 1961The first German was sent into space, marking Germany's entry into space exploration
- 1961The Berlin Wall was constructed, physically dividing East and West Germany
- 1989The Berlin Wall fell, symbolizing the end of the Cold War and leading to German reunification
- 1990East and West Germany were officially reunified, ending decades of division
- 1990Reunification led to economic struggles and high unemployment in former East Germany
- 2002The euro was introduced as Germany's official currency, furthering European economic integration
- 2014Germany won the FIFA World Cup, showcasing the country's sporting excellence on a global stage
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