The Brutal Execution That Changed France Forever #History #France #Execution #Monarchy #Shocking

Step into the chilling history of Paris in 1757, where 20,000 spectators witnessed one of the most brutal executions ever recorded. This short recounts the harrowing final moments of Robert-François Damiens, who was condemned for his failed assassination attempt on King Louis XV. Enduring unimaginable torture before being drawn and quartered, Damiens' agonizing ordeal marked the last such execution in French history. Instead of deterring dissent, the cruelty of the event shocked the public and ultimately fueled the revolutionary spirit that would later topple the monarchy. Discover how a single execution became a turning point in France’s dark journey from absolute power to revolution.

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