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Map of France showing the revolutionary departments established after 1789, each labeled with its historical name and outlined within the national borders. Neighboring countries and bodies of water, such as England, Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, and the Atlantic Ocean, are also marked, with an inset highlighting the departments of Corsica.

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Map of France showing the revolutionary departments established after 1789, each labeled with its historical name and outlined within the national borders. Neighboring countries and bodies of water, such as England, Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, and the Atlantic Ocean, are also marked, with an inset highlighting the departments of Corsica.

Revolutionary départements after 1789

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