Welcome to the journey through Germany’s rich tapestry of history. Imagine walking through time, from the echoes of Charlemagne’s halls to the vibrant streets of the Weimar Republic.
Through our guides, you’ll explore the era of the Holy Roman Empire, venture along the routes of the Hanseatic League, witness the unity brought by Otto von Bismarck, and feel the somber shadow of the Black Death. Its history is so much more than World War II.
Germany is a country where every stone and corner has a story dating back from the Middle Ages, through its first unification in 1871, to the present day. Through our simple, friendly words, we’ll bring these stories to life for you. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the past that shaped today’s Germany, there’s something fascinating here for everyone.
Why dive into these stories? Because they’re not just the past; they’re the keys to understanding the vibrant culture and spirited people you’ll meet on your travels through Germany.
So, come along—let’s uncover the mysteries of history together. You won’t just learn; you’ll be captivated, ready to explore every guide. Let’s make history not just informative but utterly irresistible!
Note: For simplicity and to help you find the history guides from the periods that most interest you, I have categorized some of these guides by periods in history. These periods are not absolute and some guides could be placed in multiple categories.
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German History Overviews
Want to learn about a big period of German history quickly? Great! That’s what these overviews below are for.
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German History Q and A
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German Middle Ages
Below are guides to historical events that took place at least partly during the Middle Ages.
German History Post-Middle Ages
Don’t miss these history guides to important periods and events that took place primarily after the Middle Ages and before the modern era.
German Unification To Today
Don’t miss these history guides to events and periods that primarily took place around the initial unifying of Germany until today.
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