Warsaw Pact Invasion of Czechoslovakia
The night before August 21, 1968 was the day when the armies of five communist countries invaded Czechoslovakia. This event is known as the Warsaw Pact Invasion of Czechoslovakia. (more…)
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Czech Misconceptions
Czech Republic is a small country and it comes as no surprise that many people don't know much or even anything about it. Some are surprised to see how modern this country is, others are…
Velvet Revolution and November 17
What was the Velvet Revolution and why is it called "velvet"? (more…)
Famous Czech Brands and Products
Czech Republic is the home of famous brands and products that we're sure you know. (more…)
Why and how did Czechoslovakia split?
They say the dissolution of Czechoslovakia is an example of peaceful separation of two countries. But why did Czechoslovakia split and how did they manage to break up so peacefully? Read more about the so…
Czech Republic or Czechia?
What is the official and correct name of the country in the very heart of Europe? Do we call it just Czechia or should we talk about the Czech republic? (more…)