Free City of Danzig: Map & History
The Free City of Danzig was a city-state under the protection and oversight of the League of Nations between 1920 and 1939, consisting of the Baltic Sea port of Danzig and nearly 200 other small localities in the surrounding areas.
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The Free City of Danzig was a city-state under the protection and oversight of the League of Nations between 1920 and 1939, consisting of the Baltic Sea port of Danzig and nearly 200 other small localities in the surrounding areas. The country was established on 15 November 1920, per the terms of Article 100 of the 1919 Treaty of Versailles, following the end of World War I.
Free City of Danzig: Key Facts
| Capital | Gdańsk |
|---|---|
| Official languages | German, Polish |
| Religion | Lutheranism |
| Form of government | republic, parliamentary republic |
| Currencies | Papiermark, Danzig gulden |
| Founded | 15 November 1920 |
| Dissolved | 1 September 1939 |
Preceded by
- Weimar Republic
- West Prussia
Succeeded by
- Nazi Germany
- Reichsgau Danzig-West Prussia
Facts from Wikidata Q216173 (CC0).
Free City of Danzig Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 4,912 km² in 1928 CE.
Free City of Danzig: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Free City of Danzig exist?
Free City of Danzig is dated to 1809 CE – 1939 CE, in the Industrial era.
What was the capital of Free City of Danzig?
The capital of Free City of Danzig was Danzig.
How large was Free City of Danzig at its peak?
At its peak in 1928 Free City of Danzig covered about 4,912 km².
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