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The nations that are no more Nations have risen and fallen in their hundreds since the dawn of history. From city states to countries forced into existence to long-gone kingdoms, click or scroll through as we take a look at how and why 22 countries are no more. Republic of Venice (697–1797) The Most Serene Republic of Venice thrived for more than a millennium. Founded in 697, the iconic city-state became a hugely influential maritime and economic power, enabling its fabulously wealthy merchant class to spend lavishly on beautiful buildings and art. At its peak, Venice spanned modern-day northeastern Italy and parts of Croatia, Albania and Greece. The republic's power waned in the 18th century as new maritime trade routes opened up. A series of crushing defeats decimated the navy, and Venice was overrun by French and Austrian troops in 1797. It was subsequently divided up between the respective empires. Couto Mixto (c.900–1864) Wedged between Spain and Portugal in northwestern Iberi