Historical Events tagged with "greifswald"
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Education & Academia
Establishment of the University of Greifswald
October 17th, 1456 568 years ago
The University of Greifswald was established in 1456 in Greifswald, Germany, making it the second oldest university in Northern Europe. It was founded primarily by supporters of the Greifswald city council and was part of efforts to promote higher education in the region. The establishment aimed to enhance learning and scholarship, providing a center for academic excellence and community development.
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