Saint-Fuscien (; pcd, Saint-Fuschien) is a

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in the Somme department in Hauts-de-France in northern

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The name of the commune in Picard is ''Saint-Fuschien''.

Geography

The commune is situated some south of

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, on the D7 road.

History

The commune's name is derived from Saint Fuscian (Fuscien, Fulcian) (3rd century), who is said to have been buried in the area, along with Saints Gentian and Victoricus (Victorice).

Population

Places of interest

* The church: ::Burnt down by arsonists in February 2005. Alain Mongrenier vitraux de l'église Saint-Fuscien

* Ruins of Saint-Fuscien abbey Saint-Fuscien château 1b

Coat of arms (Blason)

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