Historical Events tagged with "antoinette"
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Execution of Queen Marie Antoinette
Queen Marie Antoinette was executed by guillotine in Paris, marking a pivotal moment in the French Revolution. After being imprisoned for over a year, she was tried and convicted of treason against the revolutionary government. Her execution symbolized the end of monarchy in France and the rise of republican ideals.
Continue ReadingLouis XVI and Marie Antoinette Ascend to the Throne
Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette became King and Queen of France following the death of King Louis XV. They were crowned at Reims Cathedral, celebrated with opulent ceremonies that reflected the monarchy's strength. This transition marked the youth of the new royals, who were tasked with addressing France's financial crises and increasing public unrest.
Continue ReadingMarie Antoinette's Proxy Wedding to Louis XVI
Marie Antoinette married Louis XVI in a proxy ceremony held in Vienna, Austria. The wedding served as a strategic political move to solidify the alliance between Austria and France. As the future Queen of France, Marie Antoinette, a daughter of Empress Maria Theresa, represented a critical link between the two nations. The official ceremony would follow in France, but the proxy union marked the beginning of her journey into a foreign court and a new role. This marriage was part of a long-standing diplomatic arrangement aimed at easing tensions between the two powers.
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