The Royal Exchange

The Royal Exchange 6.8

In 1721, in order to maintain peace with Spain, the French Regent proposed to the King of Spain that the heir to the throne of France, 11-year-old Louis XV, marry 4-year-old Princess Maria of Spain. The Regent also proposed that his daughter, Miss Demonbonsier, 12, be married to the 14-year-old Prince of Asturi of Spain. Spain responded positively to the two marriages and quickly organized an exchange ceremony. The exchange of princesses will be held on a small island in the river bordering the two countries. When everything was ready, I waited for the children to show their best, but I didn't expect that all the plans were in vain.