Monthureux-le-Sec
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Location within Lorraine region
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| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine |
| Department | Vosges |
| Arrondissement | Neufchâteau |
| Canton | Vittel |
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| • Mayor (2008–2014) | Bernard Pothier |
| Area1 | 11.36 km2 (4.39 sq mi) |
| Population (2006)2 | 168 |
| • Density | 15/km2 (38/sq mi) |
| INSEE/Postal code | 88309 / 88800 |
| Elevation | 345–448 m (1,132–1,470 ft) (avg. 420 m or 1,380 ft) |
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Monthureux-le-Sec is a commune in the Vosges department in Lorraine in northeastern France.
Inhabitants are called Monthécursiens.
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Geography
The commune contains the meeting point of the three drainage basins of the Rivers Rhône, Rhine and Meuse.
Personalities
Célestin Gérard, (1821 - 1885) manufacturer of agricultural machinery and inventor of a mobile Threshing machine and of other steam powered implements, was born at Monthureux-le-Sec.
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