the famous escapes
tv show

13 total episodes
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1 seasons
First Aired March 06, 1972
Genres:
Overview
From Bonaparte to Casanova, history is cast in the light of famous escapes from various European countries.

Episode 3
Season 1 - Episode 3 - 1h 55m
Air Date
March 20, 1972
Overview
In 1748, following a misunderstanding, Latude incurred the wrath of the Marquise de Pompadour, who had him imprisoned in the Bastille. He managed to escape three times, each time recaptured, before finally regaining his freedom in 1784.