The Life of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France

Chapter 23

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The Réveillon Riot.--Opening of the States-general.--The Queen is insulted by the Partisans of the Duc d'Orléans.--Discussions as to the Number of Chambers.--Career and Character of Mirabeau.--Necker rejects his Support. --He determines to revenge himself.--Death of the Dauphin.