DUCHESSE BERRY PRISON
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DUCHESSE BERRY PRISON
Here in the citadelle de Blaye la duchesse de Berry was incarcerated after the 1830 revolution, when she sought to obtain the succession for her son Henri, comte de Chambord. Date: 1830 - 1832
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This evocative image captures the imposing Citadelle de Blaye in France, a fortress that once served as the prison for the Duchesse de Berry during the tumultuous years of 1830-1832. The Duchesse, born Marie-Caroline Ferdinand-Philippe-Charlotte of Bourbon-Siciles, was the wife of the Duke of Berry and the mother of Henri, Comte de Chambord, a claimant to the French throne during the July Monarchy. Following the July Revolution of 1830, which overthrew King Charles X, the Duchesse, along with her husband and their son, sought to obtain the succession for Henri. Their efforts were met with resistance from the new regime, leading to their arrest and imprisonment in the Citadelle de Blaye. The Duchesse, who was known for her beauty, grace, and intelligence, was held in a small apartment within the fortress, where she spent her days in quiet contemplation, surrounded by her loyal servants. The Citadelle de Blaye, with its towering walls and imposing presence, looms large in the background of this photograph, a reminder of the political turmoil and intrigue that once unfolded within its walls. The Duchesse's story is a fascinating chapter in French history, one that highlights the complexities of the monarchy and the struggles for power that marked the 19th century. This image, with its haunting beauty and historical significance, invites us to reflect on the past and the enduring power of the past to shape our present understanding of the world.
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