Elbe River
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The Elbe created part of the former border between East Germany and West Germany.
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Researchers have also recently detected high concentrations in the Elbe River, creating a possible health risk for plants, animals, and people.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 20, 2026
It marked the moment, 80 years ago, when American and Soviet soldiers met on the Elbe River in the dying days of World War Two.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2025
In Hamburg, the Elbe River flooded streets around the city’s fish market, with water waist-high in places.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 22, 2023
Among the resurgent gas projects in Europe is one planned for along the Elbe River near Hamburg that appeared doomed only late last year.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 3, 2022
It sweeps across the wide Elbe River and across Hamburg's channels and lakes.
From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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