#lothringen

Alsace and Lorraine lie on the Franco-German border. Historically, these regions has been a focal point of cultural exchange and conflict. Their populations have historically spoken Romantic and Germanic languages, and its architecture and cuisine reflect that of Germany's. During the early 1800s, these two historical regions belonged to France. Yet, in 1871, Germany annexed Alsace and Lorraine after the Franco-Prussian War. After World War I, the regions were returned to France. However, Germany occupied Alsace and Lorraine once more during World War II. Since World War II, Alsace and Lorraine have remained under French control.

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