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The "Deutschlandlied" (German pronunciation: [ˈdɔʏtʃlantˌliːt] ⓘ; "Song of Germany"), officially titled "Das Lied der Deutschen" (German: [das ˌliːt dɛːʁ ˈdɔʏtʃn̩]; "The Song of the Germans"), has been the national anthem of Germany either wholly or in part since 1922, except for a seven-year gap following World War II in West ...
Apr 27, 2024 · Deutschlandlied, official national anthem of Germany from 1922 to 1945, of West Germany from 1950 to 1990, and of reunified Germany from 1990. The tune of the German national anthem was composed in 1796 by Austrian Joseph Haydn and was first performed in 1797 for the birthday of Holy Roman emperor Francis II.
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May 10, 2024 · The lyrics of “Deutschlandlied” carry deep historical and cultural significance, reflecting the aspirations and ideals of the German people. Originally penned by August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben in 1841, the anthem expresses the longing for a unified German nation amidst the political fragmentation of the time.
Jan 8, 2024 · Learn about the history and meaning of the third verse of the Deutschlandlied, which is the only official national anthem of Germany. Find out why the first and second verses are omitted and where the melody comes from.
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