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Events in December 1794 1
1743 – 1794Madame du Barry (1743-1794)Died 8 December 1794, aged 51Former mistress of King Louis XV who wielded considerable influence at the French court before his death. She was denounced during the Revolution for aiding emigres and hoarding wealth. She was guillotined in Paris, reportedly pleading for her life until the end.