EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 27 MIN
05 - Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty by Imbert de Saint-Amand
from Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty · host Edward Gibbon
In the tumultuous Paris of 1792, the grandeur of the past has crumbled beneath the weight of revolution. Just a few years earlier, in 1789, the fabric of French aristocracy still shimmered with the brilliance of tradition, where old-world elegance coexisted with the fiery ideals of change. But by 1792, the landscape has shifted dramatically. The Reign of Terror looms ominously, heralding a brutal chapter in French history. This gripping account chronicles the harrowing events that led to the declaration Royalty is abolished in France. All public acts will be dated from the first year of the Republic. The seal of State will bear the motto Republique franßaise. Join us as we explore this pivotal moment through compelling narratives and poignant quotations from the era.
What this episode covers
In the tumultuous Paris of 1792, the grandeur of the past has crumbled beneath the weight of revolution. Just a few years earlier, in 1789, the fabric of French aristocracy still shimmered with the brilliance of tradition, where old-world elegance coexisted with the fiery ideals of change. But by 1792, the landscape has shifted dramatically. The Reign of Terror looms ominously, heralding a brutal chapter in French history. This gripping account chronicles the harrowing events that led to the declaration Royalty is abolished in France. All public acts will be dated from the first year of the Republic. The seal of State will bear the motto Republique franßaise. Join us as we explore this pivotal moment through compelling narratives and poignant quotations from the era.
NOW PLAYING
05 - Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty by Imbert de Saint-Amand
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Mar 26, 2026 ·1m
Mar 19, 2026 ·34m
Feb 18, 2026 ·11m
Feb 11, 2026 ·45m