1871
Definition
In the context of German history, 1871 refers to the year in which Germany's unification was formally completed through the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.
Analogy
Think of 1871 as the year when all the puzzle pieces finally came together to form a complete picture of Germany, just like when you finish putting together a jigsaw puzzle.
Related terms
Otto von Bismarck: The Chancellor of Prussia who played a crucial role in uniting Germany under Prussian leadership.
German Confederation: A loose association of German states that existed from 1815 to 1866 and paved the way for German unification.
Kaiser Wilhelm I: The first Emperor (Kaiser) of a united Germany, who ruled from 1871 until his death in 1888.
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