What accusation led to Axel von Fersen's death?
Espionage
Treason
Involvement in the death of Charles August
Theft
Answer
The death of Axel von Fersen, a Swedish diplomat and close confidant of King Louis XVI, was primarily attributed to allegations linking him to the death of Charles August, Duke of Södermanland and heir presumptive to the Swedish throne. Rumors persisted that Fersen was complicit in a poisoning conspiracy that resulted in Charles' unexpected demise, fueling public ire and contributing to his eventual downfall.
Axel von Fersen: From Swedish Nobility to European Renowned Figure
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