Napoleon III exploited Mexico's civil war to install Max and Carlota as Emperor and Empress in a puppet regime. Duped into believing the country had voted for their leadership, they tried to bring progressive reform to the war torn country. But their kindness couldn't protect them from heavy political crossfire, and France had no interest in helping.

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<p>Napoleon III exploited Mexico's civil war to install Max and Carlota as Emperor and Empress in a puppet regime. Duped into believing the country had voted for their leadership, they tried to bring progressive reform to the war torn country. But their kindness couldn't protect them from heavy political crossfire, and France had no interest in helping.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

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Maximilian & Carlota of Mexico Pt. 2

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