by HF | Mar 7, 2013
The Final Resting Place of Notable People The graves of the famous deceased from the German-speaking countries have long been one of my favorite subjects. Over the years, my wife and I have enjoyed touring the many cemeteries across Europe where these late...
by HF | Mar 1, 2013
Deutschland Welcome to our introductory page on German culture and life in Germany! On this page you’ll find links to our articles related to Germany – with information, photos, and resources to help you learn more about the sights to see, plus customs and daily...
by HF | Feb 19, 2013
Austria Today First, let’s get one thing straight: Austria is not Australia! Many English-speakers – at least those who did not pay attention during geography class – confuse the two nations. Which, considering how different they are, and how distant from each...
by HF | Feb 18, 2013
The Federal Republic of Germany Bundesrepublik Deutschland) Germany has the largest population of any country in western Europe and also the largest economy. Despite its long history, the nation of Germany is one of the newest in Europe, much younger than the United...
by HF | Feb 13, 2013
Germany’s First Female Chancellor: “Chancellor of the Free World” BIOGRAPHY and TIMELINE Angela Merkel (pron. AHN-gay-luh MEHRK-ell), Germany’s first female chancellor, was born Angela Dorothea Kasner in Hamburg on 17 July 1954. That same year...
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