Historical monument classification 6 juin 1936 (≈ 1936)
Order to protect the enclosure.
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Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Main precinct and all cuts (Box F 2144): by order of 6 October 1936
Origin and history
The enclosure of Meursac is a listed monument located in the commune of the same name, in Charente-Maritime. This site, whose specific origins are not detailed in the available sources, was recognized for its heritage importance by a classification order for historical monuments in 1936. The protected elements include the main enclosure as well as all associated cutouts identified under cadastral reference F 2144.
Fortifications of this type were generally built to protect local populations and resources from external threats, such as invasions or regional conflicts. In Charente-Maritime, a region marked by a history rich in maritime and land exchanges, these fora played a key role in defending territories and structuring communities. Their presence often reflects the social and military organization of the time, although the specific details of Meursac are not explicitly documented in the sources provided.
