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The cross of Chariez is a monumental stone cross erected on the public square of the village. Located in the department of Haute-Saône, it is part of the agglomeration of Vesoul, in the region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. This type of monument, common in the French countryside, often served as a spiritual or commemorative landmark for local communities, marking an important gathering place or crossroads.

Classified as historical monuments by decree of 21 January 1944, this cross illustrates the attention paid to the rural and religious heritage after the Second World War. The monumental crosses, such as Chariez's, were usually associated with collective religious practices, processions or public prayers. Their preservation also reflects the municipalities' attachment to their history and cultural identity, in a region where the medieval and modern heritage remains visible.

No additional information is available on its exact origin, sponsor or related specific events. Today the cross belongs to the commune of Chariez, which ensures its preservation. Its current location on the public square suggests that it has always played a central role in the life of the village, although the details of its historical use remain unknown.

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