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The Flight of the King

Timothy Tackett
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482. The French Revolution: The Royal Family Escapes (Part 8) artwork
The Rest Is HistoryAug 8, 2024
482. The French Revolution: The Royal Family Escapes (Part 8)
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“Timothy Tackett, who wrote this wonderful book about the flight of the King, describes the luxury coach used for their escape.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Louis and Marie Antoinette's escape
For: History enthusiasts and readers interested in the French Revolution
Key quote: “Timothy Tackett, who wrote this wonderful book about the flight of the King says it has a leather interior padded seats, a picnic set, bottle racks, and a leather covered chamber pot.”
The host references Timothy Tackett's book to illustrate the extravagant and impractical nature of the escape plan devised by Axel von Fersen for Louis and Marie Antoinette. The details about the luxury coach highlight their disconnect from the reality of their situation during the revolution.