Animated map of the changing borders and population of Europe: every year since 400 BC

Animated European history - this video shows the borders and populations of each country in Europe, for every year since 400 BC. Vassal states and colonies are not included in the count of a country's population.

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Sources : 1. Population :

- Angus Maddison (2003), Historical Statistic for the World Economy

- Colin McEvedy & Richard Jones (1978), Atlas of World Population History

- Tacitus.nu

2. Borders

- EmperorTigerstar - The History of Europe: Every Year

- EmperorTigerstar - The History of the Middle East: Every Year

- Ollie Bye - The History of Africa: Every Year

3. Music

- mrgice3 - Gladiator - The Battle Super Theme Song