Episode 22 - Marie Antionette
Marie Antionette was thrust into the public spotlight and became the Queen of France at 19 years old. She was known for her fashion sense, extravagant taste, party girl ways and a scandal involving a girls best friend - diamonds. Learn about her life, reputation and how she became a target for public ridicule during a time of financial strain in the country.
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Britannica.com - Marie-Antoinette by the Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
Chateau De Versailles: Marie Antoinette - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
History.com - Marie-Antoinette by History.com Editors - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
Biography.com - Marie Antoinette Biography.com Editors - Last Accessed October 25th, 2021
Biography.com - The Human Side of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette by Joe Mcgasko - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
History.com - How a Scandal Over a Diamond Necklace Cost Marie Antoinette Her Head by Una Mcilvenna - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
History.com - 10 Things You May Not Know About Marie Antoinette by Christopher Klein - Last Accessed: October 25th, 2021
