The greatest events in Romanian History

The biggest events in Romanian history are:

1. 1600: Unification of the Principality of Romania: In 1600, the three principalities of Romania, Wallachia, Moldavia and Transylvania, were united under the leadership of Mihai Viteazul (Mihai the Brave). This unification was a turning point in Romania's struggle for independence.

2. 1877-1878: Russo-Turkish War and Independence: Romania gained independence by fighting against the Ottoman Empire with the support of Russia. As a result of this war, Romania's independence was accepted with the Treaty of Berlin.

3. 1918: Establishment of United Romania: After World War I, the Kingdom of Romania and Transylvania were united with the Treaty of Bucharest, establishing the United Romania. With this unification, Romania's territory expanded and it became a larger nation state.

4. 1940: Loss of Moldavia and Bessarabia: II. During World War II, Romania lost Bessarabia and Northern Moldavia under pressure from the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany. These events caused Romania to experience territorial loss and political instability.

5. 1989: The collapse of communism: The Nicolae Ceaușescu regime was overthrown in Romania in 1989. As a result of popular uprisings and revolution, the communist regime ended. These events enabled Romania to transition to a democratic form of government.

6. 2004: Joining NATO: Romania joined NATO in 2004 and became a member of the Western alliance. This was an important step in Romania's European and international relations.

7. 2007: Joining the European Union: Romania officially joined the European Union in 2007. This was an important turning point in Romania's European integration process and enabled it to strengthen its economic and political relations.