The Modern State - European History

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Which of these nations is not a member of the European Union as of 2016?

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A majority of Norwegians voted "No" in two separate referendums to join the EU. The referendums occurred in 1972 and 1994.

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The War of the Spanish Succession was a major European war that took place in the early eighteenth century. It was triggered when Charles II of Spain, the last Habsburg monarch, died without an heir.

Who ultimately claimed the Spanish crown?

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The war resulted in Austria, Great Britain and the Dutch Republic recognizing Philip, Duke of Anjou as Philip V of Spain. In return, Philip V had to renounce any claim to the throne of France and cede Spain's European territories.

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