Carpiquet facts for kids
Carpiquet is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is found in the region of Normandy (which used to be called Basse-Normandie) and is part of the Calvados department. Carpiquet is close to the city of Caen.
According to information from 2006, about 2,312 people live in Carpiquet. The town covers an area of about 5.88 square kilometers (which is about 2.27 square miles). Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 45 to 74 meters, with an average of 64 meters.
Quick facts for kids
Carpiquet
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 Carpiquet
Location in France
Carpiquet
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Caen-2 |
| Intercommunality | Caen la Mer |
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5.88 km2 (2.27 sq mi) |
| Population
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2,312 |
| • Density | 393.2/km2 (1,018.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14137 /14650
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| Elevation | 45–74 m (148–243 ft) (avg. 64 m or 210 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
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Life in Carpiquet
Carpiquet is part of the Caen la Mer community. This means it works together with other nearby towns and cities, like Caen, on important services. These services can include things like public transport, waste management, and economic development.
Local Government
Like all French communes, Carpiquet has a mayor and a local council. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Carpiquet was Pascal Sérard. The mayor and the council are responsible for managing the town's daily life. They make decisions about local schools, roads, and public services.
History of Carpiquet
Carpiquet has a long history, like many towns in France. It is especially known for its role during World War II.
World War II and the Battle of Carpiquet
During World War II, Carpiquet was the site of a very important battle. This battle took place in July 1944, shortly after D-Day. Allied forces, including Canadian soldiers, fought fiercely to capture the Carpiquet airfield. This airfield was very important for controlling the skies over Normandy.
The fighting was intense, and the town of Carpiquet suffered a lot of damage. Many buildings, including the church, were destroyed. The image below shows a church in Carpiquet that was bombed during this time. The bravery of the soldiers who fought there is remembered as a key part of the Battle of Normandy.
Images for kids
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Canadian Infantry near a bombed church in Carpiquet, July 12, 1944.
See also
In Spanish: Carpiquet para niños
