To which French queen was Axel von Fersen a friend?
Anne Boleyn
Catherine de Medici
Marie-Antoinette
Marie Tudor
Answer
Marie-Antoinette, the Queen of France, had a close friendship with Axel von Fersen, a Swedish diplomat and courtier. Their friendship began in 1774 when Fersen first arrived in France. He quickly gained the Queen's favor and became a regular visitor to the royal court. Their friendship was based on mutual respect and admiration, although some have speculated that it may have been romantic.
Axel von Fersen: From Swedish Nobility to European Renowned Figure
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