Why was Marie Antoinette executed?

Marie Antoinette was executed after being convicted of high treason against the French Republic. She was found guilty of conspiring with foreign powers against the security of France and of depleting the national treasury.

When was the trial of Marie Antoinette?

The trial of Marie Antoinette before the Revolutionary Tribunal lasted from 14-16 October 1793.

Who was the first victim of the Reign of Terror?

Marie Antoinette, executed on 16 October 1793, was one of the first high profile victims of the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution.

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