Historical Events tagged with "auspicious occasion"

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Politics & Government

Marie Antoinette and Louis-Auguste's Marriage

May 16th, 1770 254 years ago

The marriage of Marie Antoinette to Louis-Auguste united the Habsburgs and the Bourbons, aiming to strengthen political alliances. The ceremony took place in Versailles, characterized by opulence and splendor, representing both French and Austrian royal traditions. At just 14 years old, Marie Antoinette and her 15-year-old husband embarked on a journey that would see them become the future monarchs of France, shaping the course of history in a turbulent era.

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