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Crown Jewels Stolen! The History of L'Hotel de la Marine

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#3. L'Hotel de la Marine, the museum on the Place de la Concorde, has witnessed many events over the years—including the theft of the Crown Jewels in 1792! Who did it? Did they get away with it? Find out more in this episode of Paris Gone By! Links for this episode's resources: L'Hotel de la Marine Museum Al Thani Collection The Foundation for the Memory of Slavery The Louvre Mobilier National Paris Museum Pass Le Monde Article [in French] Centre des Monuments Nationeaux Ministry of Culture Want to know more? Check out the full show notes on the PGB website! Like what you heard and would like to support the podcast further? Please consider buying me a tea or explore other ways to support the cause. Thank you so much! À bientôt!

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