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The cemetery cross of Fouchères is a historical monument located in the village of Fouchères, in the department of Aube, in the Grand Est region. Dating from the seventeenth century, this iron cross is a typical example of the cemetery crosses of that time, often erected to mark a sacred place or commemorate a religious or funeral event. It is distinguished by its inscription as historical monuments in 1926, highlighting its heritage and cultural importance.

In the 17th century, the villages of the Champagne-Ardenne region (now Grand Est) were mainly organized around agriculture and religious life. Cemetery crosses played a central role in community life, serving as a gathering point for funeral ceremonies and prayers. They also symbolized divine protection over the deceased and the community. The presence of this cross in Fouchères thus reflects the importance of faith and religious traditions in the daily life of the time.

The cross is located precisely in the cemetery of Fouchères, at the address indicated in the base Mérimée. It is owned by the commune, which shows its anchoring in the local heritage. Its inscription in 1926 preserved this monument, which remains today a material testimony of the religious and social history of the region. The protected elements specifically include the iron cross, highlighting its unique character and historical value.

Available sources, such as Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a historical monument and provide details of its location and protection. The accuracy of its location is estimated as fair, with an approximate address from GPS coordinates. This monument, though modest, contributes to the rich architectural and religious heritage of the Dawn and the Great East.

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