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Briey Belfry is a building located in the commune of Briey, Meurthe-et-Moselle, in the Grand Est region. Built in the first quarter of the 18th century, it was rebuilt in 1722. This monument, typical of the civil architecture of the period, served as both a symbol of communal power and a watchtower for the local population.

The belfry was listed as a historic monument on October 30, 1989, recognizing its heritage value. It is now owned by the municipality of Val de Briey and is located on Rue du Maréchal-Joffre. Although its exact location is approximate, it remains a central element of the urban landscape and a testimony of local history.

The belfries, at this time, played an important role in the lives of cities. They served to speed up the day with their bells, to warn in case of danger, and symbolized the autonomy of the villages against the lords or religious power. In the Lorraine context of the 18th century, these buildings also reflected the economic prosperity and social organization of urban communities.

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