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Kladno


 

History

The first written evidence of Kladno dates back from the 14th century, in 1561 city rights were secured. Kladno was the historical birthplace of Bohemian heavy industries in the past. The mining industry began here in 1842. Proximity of Prague helped to keep local economy stable in spite of heavy industry decline after communist regime collapsed.

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14th century - 1561 - 1842

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