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A Brief History of Bamberg
A Brief History of Bamberg
Bamberg has a written history going back to 902, but its moment came in 1007 when Emperor Heinrich II founded a bishopric and erected an Imperial Palace in the town. As with other Episcopal towns in the region, the clergy chose the high ground and frequently came into conflict with the citizens who settled in the valley. The most impressive buildings in Bamberg are mostly Baroque and located in the former bishop’s town.
Following secularization, Bamberg became part of Bavaria. After the First World War, it briefly served as capital of Bavaria while Munich was in the hands of revolutionaries. World War II left Bamberg virtually unscathed.
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