Palace of Versailles, Maria Antoinette and Cake

I have been obsessed with the Palace of Versailles ever since my high-school history teacher, Mr Anthony, shared the story of Marie Antoinette and her famous “Qu’ils mangent de la brioche” (Let them eat cake) remark. Though the account’s authenticity has been long debated, it has been burned into my memory. This is not…

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