Definition of breslau Breslau

Bres•lau

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What does breslau mean?

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breslau - a city in southwestern Poland on the Oder
		Wroclaw, Breslau

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breslau
Capital of the province of Silesia, Prussia; it was burnt by the Mongols in 1241, and conquered by Frederick II. of Prussia in January, 1741. A fierce battle took place here between the Austrians and Prussians, the latter under Prince Bevern, who was defeated November 22,1757. Breslau was taken, but was regained, December 21, the same year; besieged by the French, and surrendered to them January, 1807, and again in 1813.