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Givet
Givet is a town and commune in the Ardennes département of France very close to the Belgian border. It lies on the river Meuse where Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, built the fort of Charlemont .
History
The town's history claims that Saint Hubert lived there in 720 and performed a miracle. The town has changed hands several times since Roman times before becoming part of France in 1678, and at later times was invaded by Russians and Germans.
External link
- official Givet town website (in French)
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