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secessions
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the formal act of breaking away from a larger political entity or organization
- The secession of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 resulted in significant geopolitical tensions.
- The peaceful secession of Norway from Sweden in 1905 set a precedent for diplomatic solutions to territorial disputes.
- The unilateral declaration of secession by Kosovo from Serbia remains a contentious issue in international relations.
- The secession of Singapore from Malaysia in 1965 marked a significant event in Southeast Asian history.
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the withdrawal of eleven southern states from the Union in 1860 which precipitated the American Civil War
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a group of Austrian artists active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries who sought to break away from traditional academic art and create a modern, expressive style
Secession was an art movement that started in the late 19th century, mainly in Austria and Germany. It was a reaction against traditional art rules and styles. Artists in this movement aimed to create art that was different from usual methods and explored new, original approaches. Main figures included Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele, who used bold colors and unusual subjects to express personal and emotional themes. The artist of the secession movement aimed to represent modern art and design, reflecting a sense of independence and a desire to go beyond the limits of the norms of their time.
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