The first episode of the historical drama Marie Antoinette , titled " The Slap ," focuses on the young archduchess’s transition from the Austrian court to the rigid etiquette of Versailles.
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: The series is available on the PBS Video app and BBC iPlayer (depending on your region). The first episode of the historical drama Marie
: For those interested in the real-life history behind the dramatisation, the Smithsonian Magazine offers a deep dive into the true story of the Queen. : For those interested in the real-life history
: 14-year-old Marie Antoinette is sent to France to marry the Dauphin, Louis-Auguste, to solidify the Austrian-French alliance. Her mother, Empress Maria Theresa, makes it clear that her success depends entirely on producing a male heir.