the famous escapes

tv show

poster for the famous escapes

13 total episodes

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1 seasons

First Aired March 06, 1972

Overview

From Bonaparte to Casanova, history is cast in the light of famous escapes from various European countries.

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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.