What was unique about the first Eurovision Song Contest in 1956?

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MUSIC QUESTION #5374

What was unique about the first Eurovision Song Contest in 1956?

All the countries performed twice

Explanation

Seven countries participated in the first Eurovision Song Contest with 14 different songs. Each country had two entries. The final was held in Switzerland, and Switzerland also won the competition with the song "Refrain", sung by Lys Assia. The competing countries were: Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Italy.

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