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The Cemetery Cross of Tremauville is a historic monument located in the cemetery of the village of Tremauville, Normandy. Dated from 1623, it is distinguished by its structure in white stone and sandstone, decorated with carved motifs such as heads, a bird, an ox, as well as lilies and the monogram of King Louis XIII at its summit. These decorative elements reflect the religious and royal symbols of the time.

The monument was included in the inventory of historic monuments on December 7, 1970, recognizing its heritage value. The cross, owned by the commune, bears witness to the funerary art of the seventeenth century in Normandy. Its location in the cemetery highlights its original role as a sacred and commemorative marker for the local community.

The region of Normandy, in the seventeenth century, was marked by a rural society where religious monuments such as this cross played a central role in everyday life. These buildings served not only as spiritual landmarks, but also as gathering places for ceremonies and commemorations. The presence of the royal monogram reminds us of the monarchy's influence in local achievements, even in villages far from the great centres of power.

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