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This document summarizes the historical presence and gradual decline of Dutch/Flemish language in northern France over the past 1000+ years. It began as the dominant language in the region until the 11th century when Old French began replacing it. The language border gradually moved south over centuries. By the 19th century, legislation banned Dutch from education and administration, accelerating its loss of status and functions. While still spoken in rural communities today, the oral Flemish dialect is thr

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EddardStark

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