Basse-Normandie

History

The History of Basse-Normandy concerns that part of Normandy termed Basse-Normandie (or "Lower Normandy") that was created in 1956, when the traditional region of Normandy, with an integral history reaching back to the 10th century, was divided into Basse-Normandie and Haute-Normandie. The region includes three départements, Calvados, Manche and Orne.

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The main thrust of Operation Overlord was concentrated on Basse Normandie.

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Regions relating to Basse-Normandie: Gallia Lugdunensis, Neustria, Normandy.

Related Topics:
Gallia Lugdunensis - Neustria - Normandy

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