Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia

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Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia

Name

Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

Established on March 16, 1939, the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia was a German-controlled territory formed after the occupation of the Czech lands. Prague Castle served as the location for Hitler's proclamation establishing the protectorate, violating the Munich Agreement. The region's industry was exploited to support the German war effort during WWII.

Statistics

Area

49,363.00 km²

Population

7,380,000

Location