Netherlands
The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized nation, the Netherlands is also a large exporter of agricultural products. The country was a founding mem ......more... | Austria
Once the center of power for the large Austro-Hungarian Empire, Austria was reduced
to a small republic after its defeat in World War I. Following annexation by Nazi
Germany in 1938 and subsequent occupation by the victorious Allies in 1945, Austria's
status remained unclear for a decade. A State Treaty signed in 1955 ended the
occupation, ......more... |
Amsterdam
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As a European city that combines beauty and charm with culture, style and sophistication, Vienna is sure to impress even the most discerning first-time visitor. Mixing the traditional elegance of "Mittel-Europa" with all the necessities of modern twenty-first-century living, it's a thoroughly cosmopolitan city that offers a friendly, laid back atmo ... ...more... |