Jena

:This article refers to the German town of Jena. For the battle refer to Battle of Jena-Auerstedt and for the town in the United States refer to Jena, Louisiana.

History

Jena was first mentioned in 1236 and developed as a market town up until the foundation of the university in 1558.

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On 14 October 1806 Napoleon fought and defeated the Prussian army here in the Battle of Jena-Auerstadt.

Related Topics:
14 October - 1806 - Napoleon

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In 1945, towards the end of World War II, Jena was heavily bombed by the American and British allies. 153 people were killed and most of the medieval town centre was destroyed.

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