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Purchase of Chateau de Maisonseule

When
1820
Where
France
Part of
Congregation of St. Basil founded in France

Abbot Bernardin Fustier purchased the Chateau de Maisonseule around 1820 to support the emerging religious community.

This acquisition provided a physical center for the priests who desired a closer religious life. It preceded the formal founding in 1822 and was crucial for the early development of the congregation.

Sources

  1. Congregation of St. Basil Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-24

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