Saint-Lambert, Calvados facts for kids
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Saint-Lambert
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Major David V. Currie (left, with pistol in hand) of The South Alberta Regiment accepting the surrender of German troops at Saint-Lambert, on 19 August 1944
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 Saint-Lambert
Location in France
Saint-Lambert
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Thury-Harcourt |
| Intercommunality | Suisse Normande |
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7.45 km2 (2.88 sq mi) |
| Population
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239 |
| • Density | 32.08/km2 (83.09/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14602 /14570
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| Elevation | 29–264 m (95–866 ft) (avg. 266 m or 873 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Lambert, Calvados is a small town or village, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie. This commune is found in the department of Calvados, a beautiful area known for its history and landscapes.
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About Saint-Lambert
Saint-Lambert is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is part of the Calvados department. This area is known for its green hills and valleys.
Location and Size
Saint-Lambert is located in the Basse-Normandie region. It is near the city of Caen. The commune covers an area of about 7.45 square kilometers (2.88 square miles). Its elevation ranges from 29 meters to 264 meters above sea level. The highest point is 266 meters.
Population
As of 2008, Saint-Lambert had a population of 239 people. This makes it a very small community. The people who live there are called Lambertins.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Lambert has a mayor. The mayor helps run the town. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Daniel Morel. The commune works with other nearby towns in a group called Suisse Normande. This helps them share resources and services.
History of Saint-Lambert
Saint-Lambert played a role in World War II. A famous event happened there in 1944.
World War II Event
On August 19, 1944, a major event took place in Saint-Lambert. This was during the Battle of the Falaise Pocket. Major David V. Currie of The South Alberta Regiment, a Canadian unit, accepted the surrender of German troops. This was an important moment in the war. It helped the Allied forces move forward.
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Major David V. Currie (left, with pistol in hand) of The South Alberta Regiment accepting the surrender of German troops at Saint-Lambert, on 19 August 1944
