Die Kapitulation
Example: Die Kapitulation der Stadt beendete den langen Krieg.
Definition
"die Kapitulation" refers to the act of surrendering or giving up, especially in a military context. It denotes the formal submission of a city, army, or nation to an opposing force, often marking the end of a conflict or war.
Etymology
The word "die Kapitulation" comes from the Latin 'capitulat-', meaning 'to draw up in chapters or headings.' Originally, it referred to agreements or articles negotiated during a surrender. Did you know that the term evolved to specifically mean the formal act of surrendering in military history?
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