Le Reculey facts for kids
Le Reculey was a small town in the northwest of France. It was located in the Calvados department, which is part of the region called Basse-Normandie.
On January 1, 2016, Le Reculey joined with other nearby towns to form a new, larger town called Souleuvre-en-Bocage. So, Le Reculey is no longer a separate commune on its own.
What is a Commune?
A commune is like a small local area or town in France. It's the smallest way that France is divided up for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Where was Le Reculey?
Le Reculey was in the Calvados department. This area is known for its green countryside and is close to the English Channel. It's part of the Normandy region, which has a lot of history.
Why do Communes Merge?
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to merge, or join together. This can happen for a few reasons:
- Better Services: By combining, they can share resources and offer better services to their residents, like bigger schools or more public transport.
- Saving Money: It can also help save money on administrative costs, as they only need one town hall and one set of local officials.
- Stronger Together: A larger commune might have more influence and be able to get more funding for projects.
Le Reculey joined with other communes to become part of Souleuvre-en-Bocage for reasons like these. Even though it's no longer a separate commune, the area and its history are still part of the larger community.
See also
- In Spanish: Le Reculey para niños
