  World\'s Oldest Republic Is Born (301)San Marino is the world\'s smallest republic and claims to be Europe\'s oldest existing state. According to tradition, its founder, Marino, a Christian stonecutter from Dalmatia, took refuge on Mt. Titano to escape religious persecution. He built a church and, by the mid-5th century, a community had formed. By the 12th century it had developed into a commune and remained independent despite challenges from neighboring states. When did San Marino become a member of the UN? More... |
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