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Germany

Germany is a state in Central Europe (Europe) that has existed since 1990 CE. Its people spoke Germanic languages (Gothic, Frankish, English, German, Dutch, Norse).

Reunified on 3 October 1990, Germany is the largest economy in the European Union and moved its government back to Berlin in 1999.

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Facts

Dates
1990 CE to the present
Duration
35 years
Type
State
Region
Central Europe, Europe
Language family
Germanic
Capital
Berlin

Came from

Events in Europe during its time

Neighbours in Europe

Elsewhere in the world at the same time

Questions

When did Germany exist?

1990 CE to the present, about 35 years.

Where was Germany?

Central Europe, in Europe. Its capital was Berlin.

What language did Germany speak?

Germanic. This family includes Gothic, Frankish, English, German, Dutch, Norse.

What came before Germany?

West Germany and East Germany.