German cultural influence remains evident in the architecture, traditions, and historical landmarks found in various parts of eastern Europe. The shared history of German settlements in the region has shaped the multicultural tapestry of Europe, contributing to the complex and interconnected nature of the continent’s history.
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Los Angeles County is the first in the country to reach 10 million inhabitants. If the Los Angeles five-county area were a state, it would exceed all states in total population size except California, Texas, New York, and Florida. The County of Los Angeles alone would be the 7th most populated state.
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Märket Island is a small, unique island located in the Baltic Sea, between Sweden and Finland. The island is split in half, with its western part belonging to Sweden and its eastern part to Finland. This division is a result of a land swap agreement between Sweden and Russia (which controlled Finland) in the 19th century. Märket Island is particularly famous for its shared lighthouse, where the kitchen and living room are in Sweden, and the bedrooms are in Finland. This arrangement reflects the peaceful coexistence and cooperation between the two countries despite the island’s unusual border.
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In 2020 the military budget of the United States was about $721.5 billion. It is the largest military budget in the world.
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