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NORTHERN EUROPEAN The name Northern Europe is derived from the Latin word Europae, which means 'of Europe.' The name was first used in the late Roman Empire to refer to the lands north of the Mediterranean. The term gradually came to be used more generally to refer to all of the lands north of the Mediterranean. Northern Europe has a long and rich history. The region has been home to many important cultural and political developments, including the founding of the United States and the European Union. Northern Europe also has a diverse culture, with customs and variations that are unique to the region.
