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Sisi & Eugénie: the empresses who redefined royalty

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Empresses in a Turbulent Era

This chapter examines the historical dynamics of Sisi and Eugenie in the 19th century, focusing on the political struggles of their time and the contrasting roles they played. It highlights their challenges against societal norms, with one pushing for women's rights and the other redefining royal expectations through athletics and political engagement.

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