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Austria
Austria
Austria
Austria, officially the Republic of Austria, is a country in the southern part of Central Europe.
Austria emerged as a margraviate around 976 and developed into a duchy and archduchy.
In the 16th century, it served as the heart of the Habsburg Monarchy and the junior branch
of the House of Habsburg – one of the most influential royal dynasties in history.
In the 19th century, Austria established its own empire.