German for 'living space'. Territory that is believed, particularly by the Nazis, to be needed for a state to exist.
Lebensraum
Fact of the Day
Between 1040 and 1746, only three English monarchs did not invade Scotland and/or repel a Scottish invasion of England.
Quote of the Day
"Increased means and increased leisure are the two civilisers of man.
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~ Benjamin Disraeli
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.