schlesien (Meaning)
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schlesien (n)
a region of central Europe rich in deposits of coal and iron ore; annexed by Prussia in 1742 but now largely in Poland
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schlesien Sentence Examples
- Schlesien, a historical region in Central Europe, is now divided between Poland, the Czech Republic, and Germany.
- The term "Schlesien" is derived from the name of the Silesian tribe that inhabited the region in antiquity.
- The Duchy of Silesia was established in the 12th century and became a part of the Kingdom of Bohemia in the 14th century.
- During the Thirty Years War, Schlesien was devastated by conflict and its population was decimated.
- The War of the Austrian Succession resulted in the division of Schlesien between Prussia and Austria.
- Prussian Schlesien experienced significant industrial growth during the 19th century.
- After World War II, the German-speaking population of Schlesien was largely expelled and the region was annexed by Poland.
- The Silesian Wars, a series of conflicts in the 18th century, determined the fate of Schlesien and its political divisions.
- The modern region of Silesia is known for its rich cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and festivals.
- The Silesian-Lusatian dialects are spoken by the indigenous population of Schlesien and neighboring regions.
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a region of central Europe rich in deposits of coal and iron ore; annexed by Prussia in 1742 but now largely in Poland
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Schlesien, a historical region in Central Europe, is now divided between Poland, the Czech Republic, and Germany.
The term "Schlesien" is derived from the name of the Silesian tribe that inhabited the region in antiquity.
The Duchy of Silesia was established in the 12th century and became a part of the Kingdom of Bohemia in the 14th century.
During the Thirty Years War, Schlesien was devastated by conflict and its population was decimated.
