Even the Rich Even the Royals: Marie Antoinette | Fight Song | 216
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Mar 26, 2024 Marie Antoinette faces public scrutiny and fights to prove her worth amidst scandals and revolution. Her harrowing journey includes fleeing for safety, betrayal, and imprisonment. The podcast delves into her downfall during the French Revolution, including a dramatic trial with shocking accusations.
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The Women's March on Versailles
- In October 1789, a mob of women stormed Versailles demanding bread and blood.
- Marie Antoinette escaped through a secret passage, but the mob attacked her bed.
Marie Antoinette's PR Makeover
- After the Diamond Necklace Affair, Marie Antoinette commissioned a family portrait to improve her image.
- Despite her efforts, the portrait was removed from the Royal Academy due to fears of protests.
Jeanne de la Motte's Tell-All Book
- Jeanne de la Motte, the con woman behind the Diamond Necklace Affair, escaped prison and wrote a tell-all book.
- She falsely claimed Marie Antoinette was behind the scandal and had an affair with Cardinal de Rohan, further damaging the Queen's reputation.