Marie Antoinette was the last queen of France before the French Revolution overthrew the monarchy in August, 1792. Her extravagant spending despite the dwindling economic fortunes of France triggered popular discontent leading to the French Revolution.
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MARIE ANTOINETTE Marie Antoinette was the last queen of France before the French Revolution overthrew the monarchy in August, 1792. Her extravagant spending despite the dwindling economic fortunes of France triggered popular discontent leading to the French Revolution.