Carlshamn, a fortified seaport on the south coast of Sweden, 30 miles W. of Carlskrona, and 339 miles SSW. of Stockholm by rail. Founded in 1664, it has manufactures of tobacco, brandy, &c., and a considerable trade. Pop. 6529.
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