This Day in History August 13, 1792

By Ruth on August 13, 2014 in history
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Paris: Mémorial  Louis XVI et Marie-Antoinette
You may have heard of the French Revolution (I hope you have) in which the aristocrats were systematically beheaded.  On this date in 1792, the royal family consisting of Marie Antoinette, King Louis XVI and their children Louis and Maria-Therese were arrested and placed in the Temple Tower.  The fate of these souls was essentially quite sad.  Both of the monarchs were beheaded.  Their son died of tuberculosis (reportedly), and their daughter was eventually exiled.  I’m not saying that the king and queen were without fault–I agree that the way in which they ruled was horrendous in the extreme.  However, I also believe that the way in which the French Revolution was conducted was out of control.

For more info:

http://www.pbs.org/marieantoinette/timeline/falls.html

http://historicalside.blogspot.com/2013/01/august-13-1792-royal-family-is.html#.U-uT-uNdWuQ

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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