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Origin and history

The military telpheric of Terre Rouge, also known as the Gondrans telpheric, is a historical monument located in the commune of Cervières, in the Hautes-Alpes department. This type of infrastructure, typical of alpine areas, was often used for logistical or military purposes, particularly for the transport of equipment or troops to hard-to-reach terrain. Its settlement in Cervières, close to Briançon, suggests a link with the fortifications or defence strategies of the region.

In the Alps, military telpherics played a key role during the conflicts of the twentieth century, especially during the two world wars, in delivering food, ammunition or soldiers through steep reliefs. Although the specific details on the construction or use of this telephery are not specified in the available sources, its existence reflects the adaptation of the infrastructure to the geographical and strategic constraints of the region. These works, often discreet, were essential to support military operations in the mountains.

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