Lower Lorraine
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Lower Lorraine was a historical region that, by the Treaty of Verdun in 843, became part of Lothar I's realm. It was later divided into Upper and Lower Lorraine in 959. The duke of Lower Lorraine eventually took the name duke of Brabant, and with the dissolution of the lower duchy, the upper duchy became known simply as Lorraine.1
The region is characterized by forests and hills, with the Vosges Mountains to the east and the Lorraine Plateau to the west. The Meuse River flows through the region. Historically, Lorraine was known for its iron ore and coal deposits, which led to industrialization. However, the decline of these basic industries has impacted population growth and led to economic restructuring and diversification.2
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