The name Thuringia or Thüringen derives from the Germanic tribe Thuringii, who emerged during the Migration Period. Their origin is not completely known. An older theory claimed that they were successors of the Hermunduri, but later research rejected the idea. Other historians argue that the Thuringians were allies of the Huns, came to central Europe together with them, and lived before in what is Galicia today. Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus first mentioned the Thuringii around 400; during that period, the Thuringii were famous for their excellent horses. COUNT 4
QSN1 Where does the name Thuringia come from? ANS1 the Germanic tribe Thuringii QSN2 When did Thuringii emerge? ANS2 the Migration Period QSN3 Who are the theoretical allies of the Thuringians? ANS3 the Huns QSN4 When were the thuringii first mentioned? ANS4 around 400