Stuff You Missed in History Class

The True Story of the Chevalier d'Eon: Part 2

Stuff You Missed in History Class

Upset with the prospect of a demotion, the Chevalier d'Eon published his diplomatic correspondence. Worried that d'Eon might reveal the King's Secret, Louis XV desperately negotiated d'Eon's return -- with one catch: the Chevalier had to become a woman. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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