Episode 3 of 3

Execution at Luxembourg

When
7 December 1815
Where
Paris
Part of
Execution of Marshal Ney in Paris

Ney was executed by firing squad on 7 December 1815 near the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris.

Despite his lawyer's argument regarding Prussian jurisdiction, Ney was executed on 7 December 1815. The execution occurred in Paris, specifically near the Jardin du Luxembourg, a garden in the 6th arrondissement. This location was the site of the final punishment for his treason charges.

Sources

  1. Michel Ney Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
  2. Jardin du Luxembourg Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18

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