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Clermont — Capital of Auvergne, today Clermont-Ferrand
Episcopal city of Auvergne, seat of the bishops who raised Gregory, which became Clermont-Ferrand only in the 17th century, by union with Montferrand. (Editorial synthesis)
2 people born in Clermont are recorded: Gregory of Tours and Pascal.
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