West Germany

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West Germany

Name

West Germany

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

West Germany existed as a state from 1949 to 1990, with Bonn serving as its capital. It was formed from the Allied-occupied zones after World War II, representing a key part of the Cold War division of Germany. The Basic Law, Germany’s constitution, originated in Bonn during this period.

Statistics

Area

248,577.00 km²

Population

63,250,000

Location