Péronne, Somme Facts for Kids

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Péronne

Town centre

Coat of arms

Péronne

Location in France

Péronne

Location in Hauts-de-France

Country

Area

14.16 km² (5.47 sq mi)

Population

(2012)

7,737

• Density

546.40/km² (1,415.2/sq mi)

Time zone

UTC+01:00 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+02:00 (CEST)

INSEE/Postal code

80620 /80200

Elevation

47–117 m (154–384 ft)
(avg. 54 m or 177 ft)

¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Péronne is a historic town, known as a commune, located in the northern part of France. It is part of the Picardy region and the Somme department. Péronne is well-known for its important connection to World War I.

Discover Péronne
- Péronne and World War I
- The Great War Museum
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Discover Péronne

Péronne is a charming town with a long history. It sits on the banks of the Somme River, which has been important for trade and travel for centuries. The town has a population of about 7,700 people.

Péronne and World War I

Péronne played a very important role during World War I. It was located very close to the front lines of some of the biggest battles, including the famous Battle of the Somme. The town suffered a lot of damage during the war. Many buildings were destroyed, and the landscape around it was changed forever. Today, Péronne serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during this global conflict.

The Great War Museum

One of the most important places in Péronne is the Museum of the Great War. In French, it is called the Historial de la Grande Guerre. This museum is located inside the town's old château, which is a type of castle. The museum helps visitors understand what life was like for soldiers and civilians during World War I. It shows how the war affected different countries and people. It is a powerful place to learn about this major event in history.