Szczecin

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How many people live in Szczecin?391,566 (as of December 31, 2022)
2. What language do people speak in Szczecin?Polish (official)
3. When was Szczecin built?Recorded history begins in the 8th century
4. What is the capital city of?West Pomeranian Voivodeship
5. What is Szczecin known for?Szczecin is a city by the sea with a castle and many boats. It is a busy Baltic seaport and a lively place for learning and politics.
6. Where is Szczecin located?Szczecin is in northwestern Poland, close to the Baltic Sea. It borders Germany and sits on the Oder River.

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House of Griffin: A medieval dynasty that ruled the Duchy of Pomerania for centuries.
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Solidarity (Solidarność): A Polish trade union and social movement that played a key role in the anti-communist opposition.