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Chalampé is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department. Think of a department like a county or region within a country.

What is Chalampé?

Chalampé is a commune, which is the smallest way France divides its land for local government. It's like a town or village with its own local council.

How Chalampé Started

Chalampé was founded a long time ago, in the year 1709. It was started by soldiers who had just won an important battle. These soldiers were led by a military leader named Marshal Dubourg. They had defeated the Austrian army, led by Count Claude Florimond de Mercy, during a big conflict called the War of the Spanish Succession. After their victory, these soldiers helped create the town of Chalampé.

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Chalampé para niños

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