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By: Reilly Harbach and Natalie Rebori

Belgium. By: Reilly Harbach and Natalie Rebori. Flag Facts and Information. Yellow-Generosity Red-Heartiness, bravery, strength, and valour Black-Determination. Physical Characteristics. Flat coastal plains Rugged mountains and rolling hills Ardennes Forest . Population.

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By: Reilly Harbach and Natalie Rebori

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  1. Belgium By: Reilly Harbach and Natalie Rebori

  2. Flag Facts and Information • Yellow-Generosity • Red-Heartiness, bravery, strength, and valour • Black-Determination

  3. Physical Characteristics • Flat coastal plains • Rugged mountains and rolling hills • Ardennes Forest

  4. Population • Total population is about 10,431,437. • 97% urban 3% rural. • Belgium’s population is naturally decreasing at a rate of -51%.

  5. Language & Religion • The languages spoken in Belgium are Dutch, French, and German. • Most of the population is Roman Catholic.

  6. Culture • The strongest national symbols are the Monarchy and the national soccer team. • Pigeon racing or Homers is a tradition. • Belgium is known for their variety of over 450 different beers. • Festival's are an important part in Belgian life.

  7. History • Gained independence in 1830 • Invaded by Germany in 1914 and 1940.

  8. Government • Belgium’s government is a federal parliamentary democracy. • Belgium went 249 days without a set government. • Constitutional revision in 1994. • Prime Minister is Tigran Sargsyan.

  9. Economic Structure • Member of European Union. • Dual Economy • Highly productive workforce. • Argiculture • Industry • Service

  10. Tourism • Brussels Jazz Marathon • Belgian Lesbian & Gay Pride, Brussels • Waterloo

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