Danish

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The people of Denmark, known as Danes, primarily inhabit the Scandinavian nation of Denmark. With an estimated population of over 6 million in 2026, Danes have played a significant role in European history, notably through the Viking era and the Kalmar Union. The official language is Danish, which is closely related to Norwegian and Swedish. Denmark has a rich cultural heritage, contributing to world literature, philosophy, sculpture, music, and film. The country is also recognized for its advanced social welfare system, providing comprehensive health and unemployment benefits as social rights.1234567

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…almost entirely inhabited by ethnic Danes. Few Faroese or Greenlanders have settled in continental Denmark, despite their status as Danish citizens. A small minority of Germans, on the other hand, has been long established and is substantially assimilated. In the early 21st century, important ethnic minorities in the country included…
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…almost entirely inhabited by ethnic Danes. Few Faroese or Greenlanders have settled in continental Denmark, despite their status as Danish citizens. A small minority of Germans, on the other hand, has been long established and is substantially assimilated. In the early 21st century, important ethnic minorities in the country included…
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