Demyansk
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Demyansk (Russian: Демя́нск) is an urban-type settlement in the southern part of Novgorod Oblast, Russia, administrative centre of Demyansky District. It is located along the Yavon River. Population: 5,825 (2002 Census).
It was first mentioned in chronicles in 1406. The settlement was a place for the Battle of Demyansk during World War II in 1942.
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