W.. and E.. with view of Bacharach

Bacharach

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July 11th 2009
The UNESCO world heritage site town of Bacharach was technically Germany's capital for a few years when the robber Baron of Bacharach was left in charge of Germany by his brother who was on his way to loot and pillage on another crusade. This is the same Baron who chose to elect an unknown Swiss castle owner to the title of Holy Roman Emperor in the hope of having a weak head of state. Turns out t ... read more

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more