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Origin and history

La Croix de Sourcieux-les-Mines is a historical monument located in the commune of Sourcieux-les-Mines, in the Rhône department (69), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Dating from the 15th century, this cross is a typical example of religious monuments erected in medieval villages to mark a place of assembly or devotion. It is precisely the place of the Church, a central location that suggests its importance in the community life of the time.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 18 February 1926, the cross is protected for its heritage interest. Today it belongs to the municipality of Sourcieux-les-Mines, indicating a desire for local preservation. The available data, particularly from the Merimée database, confirm its status as a protected element, although architectural or stylistic details are not explicitly described in the sources consulted. The GPS location and postal address (1 Place Lucien Vachez) allow it to be located with an accuracy deemed satisfactory a priori.

In the 15th century, monumental crosses often played a symbolic and practical role in villages. They served as a visual landmark, a place of prayer or a gathering for the inhabitants, in a context where the Catholic religion strongly structured daily life. In Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, as in other French regions, these monuments also reflected the influence of local lords or religious communities, although the sources do not specify the sponsor of this cross. Their preservation until today bears witness to their anchoring in the landscape and collective memory.

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