Gascony, French Gascogne, historical and cultural region encompassing the southwestern French départements of Landes, Gers, and Hautes-Pyrénées and parts of Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Lot-et-Garonne, Tarn-et-Garonne, Haute-Garonne, and Ariège and coextensive with the historical region of Gascony.

What is the meaning of Gascony?

(lowercase) a boaster or braggart. adjective. pertaining to Gascony or its people. (lowercase) boastful; bragging.

Is Aquitaine the same as Gascony?

In 1058, the Duchy of Vasconia (Gascony) and Aquitaine merged under the rule of William VIII, Duke of Aquitaine. The title "Duke of Aquitaine" was held by the counts of Poitiers from the 10th to the 12th century.