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The Brief and Tragic Reign of Maximillian I, Emperor of Mexico. (Part One)

Carlota, Empress of Mexico
Maximillian I, Emperor of Mexico
Schoenbrunn, Hapsburg palace, Vienna and Maximillian’s boyhood home
Maximillian and Charlotte, newlyweds
Franz Josef, 1865
Miramare, Trieste
The Novara
Maximillian as Emperor
Benito Juarez

Like something out of a fairy tale, in 1864, a European power installed an Austrian nobleman as Maximillian I, Emperor of Mexico, ultimately resulting in tragedy, madness and execution.

This episode unravels the ambitious plot by Napoleon III to install a European monarch in the New World, and the tragic consequences that followed. From Habsburg royalty to Mexican ruler, Maximilian’s journey is filled with political intrigue, cultural clashes, and personal struggles. Learn how this idealistic prince found himself caught between European imperialism and Mexican nationalism, ultimately leading to his downfall. Perfect for history buffs and fans of untold stories, this bite-sized biography brings to life a chapter of history often overlooked in textbooks. Dive into the world of 19th-century politics, royal ambitions, and the clash of empires.

Marie Antoinette (Volume Six, Episode One) Book and Music Information

The books used in this podcast included:

“Marie Antoinette: The Journey,” by Antonia Fraser and

“Queen of Fashion,” by Caroline Weber.

The intro to both parts was, “A Baroque Letter,” by Aaron Kenny and

The outro to both parts was, “Surrender,” by Asher Fulero.