# Beaumont-Hamel

> commune in Somme, France

**Wikidata**: [Q781662](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q781662)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beaumont-Hamel)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/beaumont-hamel

## Summary
Beaumont-Hamel is a commune in the Somme department of France, notable for housing the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, a site dedicated to commemorating Newfoundland forces killed during World War I. The commune has a population of approximately 200 residents and is located at coordinates 50.083611111111° N, 2.6563888888889° E.

## Key Facts
- Located in the Somme department of France
- Home to the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, a memorial site commemorating Newfoundland forces killed in World War I
- Population figures: 199 (2019), 211 (2018), 215 (2017, 2016), 208 (2015), 204 (2014), 202 (2013, 2012), 200 (2011)
- Coordinates: 50.083611111111° N, 2.6563888888889° E
- Official website: [beaumonthamel.fr](https://beaumonthamel.fr)
- Image of the commune: [Beaumont 4.JPG](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/db/Beaumont_4.JPG) (public domain, artist: Weglinde-Gordon Lawson)
- Sitelink count: 44 (indicating extensive online references)
- Wikipedia title: Beaumont-Hamel
- Aliases: Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, Beaumont

## FAQs
**What is the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial?**
The Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is a site within the commune of Beaumont-Hamel, France, dedicated to commemorating Newfoundland forces who died during World War I. It serves as a memorial to the Dominion of Newfoundland's contributions to the war.

**Where is Beaumont-Hamel located?**
Beaumont-Hamel is a commune in the Somme department of France, situated at coordinates 50.083611111111° N, 2.6563888888889° E.

**What is the population of Beaumont-Hamel?**
The population of Beaumont-Hamel has fluctuated over recent years, with figures including 199 in 2019, 211 in 2018, and 215 in both 2017 and 2016.

**Does Beaumont-Hamel have an official website?**
Yes, the commune has an official website at [beaumonthamel.fr](https://beaumonthamel.fr).

**What is the significance of the image of Beaumont-Hamel?**
The image [Beaumont 4.JPG](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/db/Beaumont_4.JPG) is a public domain photograph of the commune, credited to Weglinde-Gordon Lawson.

## Why It Matters
Beaumont-Hamel holds historical significance as the location of the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, which honors the sacrifices of Newfoundland forces during World War I. The memorial serves as a reminder of the Dominion of Newfoundland's role in the war and its contributions to Allied efforts. The commune's small population and its role as a site of remembrance make it an important cultural and historical landmark in France.

## Notable For
- Housing the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, a key site for commemorating Newfoundland's wartime losses
- Located in the Somme department, a region with significant historical and military importance
- Population figures spanning multiple years, reflecting demographic trends in the commune
- Extensive online presence with 44 sitelinks, indicating widespread interest in the commune and its memorial

## Body
### Location and Geography
Beaumont-Hamel is a commune in the Somme department of France, situated at coordinates 50.083611111111° N, 2.6563888888889° E. The commune is part of the larger region of Picardy, known for its historical and cultural significance.

### Population
The population of Beaumont-Hamel has varied over recent years, with recorded figures including 199 in 2019, 211 in 2018, and 215 in both 2017 and 2016. The population has since declined, with figures of 208 in 2015, 204 in 2014, and 202 in both 2013 and 2012.

### Historical and Cultural Significance
Beaumont-Hamel is notable for the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, a site dedicated to commemorating Newfoundland forces killed during World War I. The memorial serves as a tribute to the Dominion of Newfoundland's contributions to the war and its role in Allied efforts.

### Media and Online Presence
The commune has an extensive online presence, with 44 sitelinks indicating widespread interest and references. The official website, [beaumonthamel.fr](https://beaumonthamel.fr), provides additional information about the commune and its memorial.

### Visual Representation
The image [Beaumont 4.JPG](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/db/Beaumont_4.JPG) is a public domain photograph of the commune, credited to Weglinde-Gordon Lawson. The image is available on Wikimedia Commons and is licensed under public domain terms.

### Wikipedia and Sitelinks
The commune is referenced on Wikipedia under the title "Beaumont-Hamel," with additional aliases including "Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial" and "Beaumont." The sitelink count of 44 indicates extensive online references and interest in the commune and its memorial.

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4. INSEE code
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8. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
9. Populations légales 2016
10. Populations légales 2017
11. Populations légales 2018
12. Populations légales 2019
13. Populations légales 2020
14. Populations légales 2021
15. Populations de référence 2022
16. Populations de référence 2023
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18. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
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22. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
23. [Code officiel géographique. 2017](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/2560698)
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