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Q: When was Kaunas first mentioned in historical records?

Kaunas was first mentioned in historical records in 1361 when it appeared in the chronicles of the Teutonic Knights.

Q: What significant event happened in Kaunas during World War II?

During World War II, Kaunas was occupied by Nazi Germany from 1941 to 1944, and it was during this time that the Kaunas Ghetto was established, leading to the persecution and murder of the Jewish population.

Q: When did Kaunas become the temporary capital of Lithuania?

Kaunas became the temporary capital of Lithuania in 1920 after Vilnius was occupied by Polish forces.

Q: When did Kaunas regain its independence along with the rest of Lithuania?

Kaunas regained its independence along with the rest of Lithuania on March 11, 1990, when the country declared independence from the Soviet Union.

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