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Berlin and its neighbouring village Kölln/ | Berlin and its neighbouring village Kölln/Cölln were two fishing villages that received city rights in 1230 and were united in 1307 for the first time (only in 1709 Kölln became finally a part of Berlin). The city gradually gained importance and was one of the major cities in [[Brandenburg]]. | ||
In 1701 it became the capital of [[Preussen|Prussia]], in 1871 of Germany. Between 1945 and 1989 the city was divided and at present it is again the capital of Germany. | In 1701 it became the capital of [[Preussen|Prussia]], in 1871 of Germany. Between 1945 and 1989 the city was divided and at present it is again the capital of Germany. | ||