Historical Events tagged with "holstein"

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Politics & Government

Denmark Admits Loss in Treaty of Vienna

October 30th, 1864 160 years ago

The Treaty of Vienna was signed, marking a significant shift in power after the Second War of Schleswig. Denmark formally relinquished the provinces of Schleswig and Holstein. This agreement arose from the conflict involving Denmark, Prussia, and Austria, which had aimed to consolidate control over the duchies. The peace negotiations led to the recognition of shifting borders in Northern Europe and greater ambitions for Prussia and Austria.

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