Facts I learned about Germany I picked Germany because I am partly German. It is also a beautiful country with mountains, rivers, lakes, and tones of farmland. Some facts about Germany The population is: 82,431,390 The current leader of government is: Horst Koehler (since 1 July 2004) The National Holiday is: Unity Day ( 3, Oct(1990)) The average voting age is: 18 years of age Germany !!!!