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How the Affair of the Necklace Sparked the French Revolution
Marie Antoinette’s legacy will forever be overshadowed by the damaging reputation imposed on her during her life, which cemented her place as one of the most unfairly villainized women in history. Her love of frivolous fashion, indulgent tastes, lavish spending, and independent spirit made her the target of intense scrutiny during her reign. This opulent…