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Eurovision Song Contest 1966

Took place on March 5, 1966

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The Eurovision Song Contest 1966, originally known as the Grand Prix Eurovision de la Chanson Européenne 1966 (English: Eurovision Song Contest Grand Prix 1966), was the 11th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, held on 5 March 1966 at Villa Louvigny in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, and presented by Josiane Shen.

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