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The Reverend Eleazar Williams, c1850s (1955)
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The Reverend Eleazar Williams, c1850s (1955)
The Reverend Eleazar Williams, c1850s (1955). Williams claimed he was the lost Dauphin, the son of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. A print from Mathew Brady Historian with a Camera by James D Horan, Bonanza Books, New York, 1955
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The Reverend Eleazar Williams - The Lost Dauphin or a Mysterious Pretender?
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. This black and white portrait captures the enigmatic figure of The Reverend Eleazar Williams, taken in the 1850s. A print from Mathew Brady's renowned collection, this image raises questions about Williams' extraordinary claim to be the lost Dauphin, son of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. Seated confidently on a wooden chair, Williams exudes an air of authority and religious devotion. As a missionary and reverend, his occupation aligns with his Christian faith. Yet behind his composed demeanor lies a man entangled in controversy and mystery. Williams firmly asserted that he was indeed Louis XVII of France, who had miraculously escaped death during the French Revolution. This audacious claim sparked intrigue across America at the time. Was he truly royalty or merely an imposter seeking fame? The photograph's monochrome tones add depth to this historical puzzle as we contemplate whether Williams' features bear any resemblance to those of Louis XVI or Marie Antoinette. While some dismissed him as a pretender exploiting public fascination with European nobility, others believed in his royal lineage fervently. Regardless of one's stance on this contentious matter, it is undeniable that Eleazar Williams left an indelible mark on American history as both a religious leader and an intriguing figure caught up in claims of regal heritage. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image today, we are reminded that even
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