163. The Last Emperor of Mexico

What links the Mexican Republic, Palmerston, the Hapsburgs, Napoleon III and butterfly catching? Please tweet us if you can think of anything other than the following answer, which is the incredible story of the Last Emperor of Mexico.

Tom and Dominic are joined by Edward Shawcross as they travel back to recount and discuss this amazing moment in Mexican history.

Series: Standalone
Topics: British Empire Napoleonic Wars
Published date: 2022-03-14
Year span: 1864 – 1867

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Maximilian I of Mexico Napoleon III Lord Palmerston France United Kingdom Austria

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