Zeitungsreise: Living History

Topic

Demography

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Articles

Der Bote für Tirol1819–18294 tags

Historical Considerations on the Former Fires and Population of Bozen

An article in the Bote für Tirol addresses historical fires in Bozen, particularly the major fire of 1224. Drawing on historical treatises on medieval cities, it contextualizes the high number of casualties and population density of the era. Baron von Hormayr also supports the view that the population at that time was considerably larger than today.

Der Bote für Tirol1819–18295 tags

Statistics on the Population and Area of Tyrol and Vorarlberg in 1819

A statistical overview for the year 1819 records a total population of 733,083 inhabitants for Tyrol and Vorarlberg, alongside their distribution across individual districts. Despite unfavorable circumstances, the population increased slightly over eleven years, with a notable female majority. Additionally, it is announced that weather observations from Trento will be published regularly starting with the next issue.

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