Formigny La Bataille facts for kids
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Formigny La Bataille
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The church in Formigny La Bataille
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 Formigny La Bataille
Location in France
Formigny La Bataille
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux |
| Canton | Trévières |
| Intercommunality | CC Isigny-Omaha Intercom |
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26.24 km2 (10.13 sq mi) |
| Population
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752 |
| • Density | 28.659/km2 (74.23/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14281 /14710
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Formigny La Bataille is a small town, also called a commune, located in northwestern France. It is part of the Calvados area. This commune was created on January 1, 2017. It was formed by joining together four smaller towns: Formigny (which is now the main part), Aignerville, Écrammeville, and Louvières.
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What is Formigny La Bataille?
Formigny La Bataille is a commune in the department of Calvados. This department is in the Normandy region of France. The name "La Bataille" means "The Battle" in French. This part of the name comes from an important historical event.
Where is Formigny La Bataille?
The commune is located in the western part of Calvados. It is not far from the coast of the English Channel. The area is known for its green countryside and historic sites.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2021, about 752 people live in Formigny La Bataille. The commune covers an area of 26.24 square kilometers. This makes it a small but friendly community.
History of the Name
The name Formigny La Bataille is very special. It reminds us of a famous battle that happened nearby. This battle was called the Battle of Formigny.
The Battle of Formigny
The Battle of Formigny took place on April 15, 1450. It was a key battle in the Hundred Years' War. This long war was fought between England and France. The French army won this battle. Their victory was very important. It helped France take back control of Normandy from the English. The battle is a big part of the local history.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Formigny La Bataille has its own local government. This government helps manage the town.
The Mayor
The mayor of Formigny La Bataille is Alain Gervais. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor is in charge of running the commune. He works with a council to make decisions for the community.
Working Together
Formigny La Bataille is also part of a larger group. This group is called the Communauté de communes Isigny-Omaha Intercom. It helps several communes in the area work together. They share services and plan for the future.
