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1914
August
20
The Germans occupy Brussels
On 20 August 1914 German troops entered Brussels, which had been declared an open city. An occupation began that lasted until November 1918.
1918
November
18
Belgians return to Brussels
In mid-November 1918 the last Germans left Brussels, Burgomaster Max returned, and Belgian soldiers entered the capital. The occupation was ending.