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Vienna
Vienna is the largest city in Austria. It has ancient roots, and once served as Imperial seat of the Holy Roman Empire. In modern times, it is home to the United Nations headquarters for Germany.
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What was the congress of Vienna and the settlement?
The Congress of Vienna set the Sovereign limits of the Hapsbourgh Monarchy which ruled the Austro-Hungarian Empire up to the First World War.
Why are there only boys in the Vienna boys choir?
It is called The Vienna Boy's Choir (Wiener Sängerknabel), "officially" founded in 1498 as a Court Choir. The choir has boy sopranos and altos, and adult tenors and basses (many of them are former choir members),
As with many choirs in Europe who may date back to the Middle Ages, women (girls) were not allowed to sing in church choirs. Also, many famous choir schools were, regrettably, also not open for girls.
Thas has changed considerably. For instance, the Salisbury Cathedral Choir (UK) has now a boy's and girl's choir. As there are some slightly tonal differences between boy and girl soprano they alternate each day singing Evensong.
That choir's tradition is even older than that of the Vienna choir, they're singing their hearts out as early as 1258.
What was the most important goal of the congress of Vienna?
The most important goal of the Congress of Vienna was to create a more equal balance of power among countries. This was done partially by redrawing boundaries.
Where was the Vienna hotal in maida vale?
The Vienna Hotel was located on Sutherland Avenue in Maida Vale.
What were metternichs three goals at the congress of Vienna?
- the containment of france
- balance of power
- legitimacy
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. This city is the 14th largest city within the European Union. The city lies north west of the country of Bohemia on the Vltava River.
If you work at Vienna McDonald's can you transfer to cordele McDonald's?
"Transfer" depends on the store's desires. But you could certainly still apply and possibly be hired at the new store.
Nationalism
When did the German Army capture Vienna?
When the German Army entered Austria in March 1938 it met with wild applause. (In other words, the annexation involved no fighting. When Hitler entered Vienna he was greeted with delirious enthusiasm that made even the Nuremberg Rallies very tame.
What is the capitol for Vienna?
Vienna is a capitol itself. It's the capitol city of Austria, Europe. Because the Republic of Austria is a federation and Vienna on of its states, too, Vienna is also its own capitol.
How long does it take to get from Paris to Vienna by plane?
1hr 45min to 2hr 05min Paris (CDG) to Vienna (VIE) by a nonstop flight operated by Niki, Air Berlin, Air France or Austrian Airlines.
What is the value of a Vienna Philharmonic gold coin?
A Vienna Philharmonic gold coin is very valuable based on its gold weight. The value of this gold bullion is around $1,300.
Is German language spoken in Vienna?
Yeah. That's what language they speak there. Germany and Austria's main language is German.
France's punishment from the congress of Vienna?
France returned back to the borders of 1789, renouncing to all territorial conquests made.
When was Hitler rejected by the Vienna Academy of Arts?
Hitler lived in Vienna from 1905. He was rejected twice by the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna in 1907 and 1908.
What was the most important accomplishment of the Congress of Vienna?
1. (Relatively) stable borders, recognised by all major powers of the time (at least within Europe, colonies were a different matter entirely), and still largely intact;
2. the establishment of some sort of international law, which previously could only exist bilaterally (between two countries).
What lands did Russia gain from the Congress of Vienna?
The Congress gave the Duchy of Warsaw and Finland to Russia.
How did the Congress of Vienna and the Concert of Europe suppress nationalism?
By ensuring that there was a Balance Of Power
Who was the most important figure at the Congress of Vienna?
Klemens Wenzel von Metternich of Austria was in charge.
Charles Maurice von Telleyrand was fighting for a seat with the Big Four.
Napoleon Bonaparte who was not present and had been named an Outlaw, was the most mentioned and talked about. He soon met his Waterloo.
