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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Cyr-et-Sainte-Julitte de Cormicy, located in the Marne in the Grand East region, has its origins in the 12th century, although an earlier church has been attested since the 8th century. This place of worship was frequented by Saint Rigobert, archbishop of Reims, during his travels between Gernicourt and Reims. The twelfth century also saw the construction of a tower and elements of ramparts, linked to the presence of a salt attic, a strategic commodity taxed by tax.

The building, dedicated to Saint Cyr and Saint Julitte, was enlarged and embellished in the 15th century in Gothic style. The medieval tower, whose foundations still existed before World War I, was represented on a 1780 earth plan. The church was destroyed during this conflict, requiring partial reconstruction in the 20th century. It was classified as a historic monument by decree on 30 November 1921.

Archaeological and historical sources, such as the work of Henri Jadart or Hubert Collin, highlight its heritage importance. The building embodies both the medieval religious architecture and the defensive stakes of Cormicy, linked to its economic role around salt. Its ranking reflects its historical and artistic value, preserved despite the vicissitudes of the wars.

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