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La Croix de Vroville is a historical monument located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of Vosges (88), in the Grand Est region. Dating from the seventeenth century, it is a typical example of the monumental crosses erected in the villages of Lorraine at that time. Its classification by decree of 24 September 1932 underlines its heritage importance and its historical value to the local community.

In modern times, the village crosses played a central role in the religious and social life of rural populations. They served as a spiritual landmark, a gathering place for processions, and often marked the entrance or centre of the villages. In the Vosges, a region marked by a strong Catholic tradition, these monuments also reflected the cultural identity and history of the communes.

The location of this cross, at the approximate address of 2 Rue du Tahon, is documented in the Merimée base, although the accuracy of this location is considered passable (note of 5/10). Owned by the municipality of Vroville, it remains a visible part of the local heritage, although information on its accessibility or current use is not specified in the available sources.

The 1932 classification specifically protects the 17th century cross, without mentioning other related elements. This legal status guarantees its preservation, while integrating the monument into the network of French Historical Monuments. The available data are mainly from the Monumentum database and the internal archives linked to the Merimée database.

No information is provided on any historical figures related to this cross, nor on the precise circumstances of its construction or evolution over the centuries. Visual sources, such as the Creative Commons photo licensed to Doique, complete the documentation, but do not provide additional historical details.

Finally, the lack of data on current conservation status, potential restorations or contemporary uses limits the understanding of its role in Vroville's current life. The monument nevertheless remains a material testimony of the religious and architectural history of Lorraine.

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