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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Utin Castle, a significant Wendish fortification, was constructed in the 9th century CE on Pheasant Island in the Großer Eutiner See, within present-day Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. This defensive structure was pivotal as the center of the Wendish Gau, showcasing the strategic significance of island fortifications linked to the mainland by bridges. The settlement that developed alongside the castle eventually evolved into the town of Eutin. Utin Castle met its demise in 1138/39 when the Holcetae tribe conquered the region of Wagria, marking an end to its historical prominence. The evolution of the name from Utin to Eutin highlights the castle's enduring influence on the local identity, further immortalized in the town's coat of arms.
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