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Hertha

Hertha is a term that can refer to several subjects. The most widely known is Hertha BSC, a German professional football club based in Berlin. Founded in 1892, the club competes in the Bundesliga and plays its home matches at the Olympiastadion Berlin. The team's colors are blue and white, and it is commonly nicknamed Die Alte Dame. In addition to league play, Hertha BSC participates in national cup competitions and has a long-standing presence in Berlin football culture, including the Berlin derby against Union Berlin.

Hertha is also a feminine given name of German origin. It has appeared in literature and in

Other uses are rarer and may include minor place names or organizations in German-speaking regions. The meaning

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