Germany
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After the defeat of the Nazis in World War II, Germany was divided into four zones occupied by British, French, Soviet, and American forces.
Since reunification Germany has become Europe's leading economic power. (See East Germany and West Germany under “World History since 1550.”)
Germany's industrial, colonial, and naval expansion was considered a threat by the British and French and was one of the main causes of World War I, in which Germany was badly defeated.
Germany was a collection of competing states until it was unified during the second half of the nineteenth century under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck.
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On both occasions, their run came to a grinding halt at the semi-final stage, losing on penalties to Germany.
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2026
Imports of consumer goods rose in May, driven by batteries and battery chargers from China, and imports of pharmaceutical and medicinal products rose, mainly coming in from Germany, the U.S. and Spain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
It’s so hot in Germany, the AP said, that the concrete on highways is breaking up, and officials urged people to avoid unnecessary train travel.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026
Germany has set a legally binding 2045 deadline to achieve climate neutrality.
From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026
Neither Britain nor Germany produced enough food to support its population.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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