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Soignolles is a small place in France known as a commune. It is found in the region called Basse-Normandie and is part of the Calvados department. This area is located in the northwest of France.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local town or village. It is the smallest way that France divides its land for government. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They help manage things like local schools, roads, and other services for the people living there. Soignolles is one of many thousands of communes across France.

Soignolles: Part of Calvados

Soignolles is located in the Calvados department. A department in France is similar to a county or a state in other countries. It is a larger area that groups several communes together. Calvados is known for its beautiful countryside and its history.

Basse-Normandie: The Region

The Calvados department is part of a bigger area called the Basse-Normandie region. A region is a very large administrative area in France, made up of several departments. Basse-Normandie is located in the northwest of France, close to the English Channel. It is known for its green landscapes and its connection to historical events.

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