Bamberg

American

[bam-burg, bahm-berk] / ˈbæm bɜrg, ˈbɑm bɛrk /

noun

a city in N Bavaria in S Germany.

Bamberg British

/ ˈbæmbɜːɡ, ˈbambɛrk /

noun

a town in S Germany, in N Bavaria: seat of independent prince-bishops of the Holy Roman Empire (1007–1802). Pop: 69 899 (2003 est)

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“Nikki, Bamberg is so very proud of you, and we wish you well in all of your endeavors,” she said.

From New York Times • Feb. 13, 2024

He has spoken fondly of their youth together, riding bikes around the small town where she grew up, Bamberg, S.C.

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2024

"Self-compassion is the act of having a caring, kind and attentive attitude towards oneself -- especially with regard to your own shortcomings," explains lead author Dr Robert Körner from the University of Bamberg.

From Science Daily • Jan. 23, 2024

Her birth in Bamberg makes her a natural-born citizen, one of three qualifications to hold the U.S. presidency.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2024

The girl nods back, “I’m Ziggy Frost, from Bamberg, Germany.”

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

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