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Châlons-en-Champagne

Châlons-en-Champagne is a city in France. It is the préfecture (capital) of the Marne département.

It was formerly called Châlons-sur-Marne.

Many historians believe that the Battle of Chalons occurred near this city in AD 451.

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Official website: http://www.chalons-en-champagne.net



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