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BERLIN

A berlin or berline was a four-wheeled covered carriage seating two person inside, and a third behind on a hooded seat. The driver sat in front. The berlin was first made in Berlin, hence its name, and was popular in France during the 18th century. By the 20th century the name berlin was being used to describe a development of the early limousine motor-car designed to carry five passengers.
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