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The signed execution order that sealed his own fate
A French foreign minister signs a king's execution order and becomes a revolutionary target-can he vanish to save himself?
The signed execution order that sealed his own fate
This episode explores the life of Pierre-Henri Lebrun-Tondu, a man who served as Foreign Minister of the French Republic and faced execution during the Revolutionary Terror. It delves into the complexities of his identity and the political climate that led to his downfall.
Person: Pierre-Henri Lebrun-Tondu
Date of Birth: August 28, 1754
Location of Birth: Noyon, France
Role: Foreign Minister of the French Republic
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