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== Getting started with Belgium research == | == Getting started with Belgium research == | ||
Since the middle ages, Belgium has been dominated by powerful nations such as Spain, France, and the | Since the middle ages, Belgium has been dominated by powerful nations such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands. Although its social, political, and relgious identity has evolved over these many years it began to earnestly striving to gain its independence from the Netherlands in 1830. The London Convention of April 19 1839, also known as the Article XXIV of the Convention, marks the recognition of the Belgian independence. | ||
Belgium was occupied by Germany during World Wars I and II. | Belgium was occupied by Germany during World Wars I and II. | ||
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Flanders* region (five provinces): | Flanders* region (five provinces) -- Dutch Speaking: | ||
*Antwerpen (Antwerp) Province | *Antwerpen (Antwerp) Province | ||
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Wallonia Region (five provinces): | Wallonia Region (five provinces) -- French Speaking: | ||
*Brabant Wallon (Walloon Brabant) Province | *Brabant Wallon (Walloon Brabant) Province | ||
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In order to make this wiki a better research tool, we need your help! Many tasks need to be done. You can help by: | In order to make this wiki a better research tool, we need your help! Many tasks need to be done. You can help by: | ||
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That you won't normally find the names of soldiers killed in action in the "Guldenboek der Vuurkaart" or "Livre d'Or des Cartes de Feu"? Read more at http://www.tenboome.webruimtehosting.net/guldenboek/Guldenboekprojecttotaal/goldenbook.htm | That you won't normally find the names of soldiers killed in action in the "Guldenboek der Vuurkaart" or "Livre d'Or des Cartes de Feu"? Read more at http://www.tenboome.webruimtehosting.net/guldenboek/Guldenboekprojecttotaal/goldenbook.htm | ||
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