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Jilava


 

Jilava is a commune near in Ilfov county, Romania, located close to Bucharest, the national capital. Bucharest. The king Carol I of Romania built a fort here, in order to assure the defensive system of his capital.

Related Topics:
Ilfov county - Romania - Bucharest - Carol I of Romania

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Later, this fort has become prison and its sad fame is linked to the beginning of communist rule in Romania. After the WWII, Romania was occupied by the Red Army which installed a communist government formed mostly by Comintern agents.

Related Topics:
Communist - Romania - WWII - Red Army

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The name derives from a Romanian word meaning "humid place".

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