Schleswig-Holstein
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Schleswig-Holstein (German State) | |
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Schleswig-Holstein is the northernmost of the 16 states of Germany, comprising most of the historical duchy of Holstein and the southern part of the former Duchy of Schleswig. Its capital city is Kiel; other notable cities are Lübeck and Flensburg.
After World War II, Schleswig-Holstein took in over a million refugees, increasing the population by a third.
Today, Schleswig-Holstein's economy is known for its agriculture, such as its Holstein cows. Its position on the Atlantic Ocean makes it a major trade point and shipbuilding site; it is also the location of the Kiel Canal. Its offshore oil wells and wind farms produce significant amounts of energy on good days.
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Group | Start | Description |
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University of Kiel | 1665 | Known for its close connections to intelligence agencies |
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