You say you want a REVOLUTION!

What hints does Château de Purnon give us to the causes of the French Revolution and what happened to the lives of those living here during this time?

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[michaelschwaiger]

I’m left absolutely speechless! This is one of the best documentaries I’ve ever seen! French Revolution viewed from the ground, a chateau in the countryside: the upstairs downstairs division, the tenant farmers etc. - everything is so well researched and presented by you in such an interesting way. The production quality is also top notch: the pictures are cinematic, the sound is impeccable and the music just fits the scenes. Thank you for this most fascinating history lesson. Content like this should be on national television!

[lisakilmer]

Beautifully done! You've made a compelling and touching video. This is a museum-quality informative video. Most people wax lyrical about the "stuff" in their chateaux; you've waxed poignant about the back stories to the "stuff." While the grand English houses had a similar ethos of keeping the staff invisible and housed in sub-standard conditions, the stairway to the maid's room showed a really excessive disdain for servants. I admire the way you have tied the status-symbols of the pigeonnaire and the wallpapers to the Revolution. This is how history should be taught.

[jeannettesmyth]

You are unique in the chateau reno universe in paying attention to the contributions made to chateau architecture, life and history made by the working classes. Every chateau was built on the bones of peasants, servants and artisanal workers as British, French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese and American fortunes were built on slavery. Thank you for acknowledging this.

[elisabetharzberger]

thank you for digging deep not only into the archtectural but also into the social history of the revolution-years of your château!

[molinationable]

I love the sensitive approach of this tour regarding social changes and the personal drama of the people who built the place. The perfect owners.

[kathyevans]

The history of the French revolution in relation to the building, it’s owners and decoration of Purnon is phenomenal. Thank you for sharing this.

[sallyflavell]

Such a tragic history but the beauty of the Chateau will hopefully be restored and be a monument to the people who built it on blood sweat and tears. There seems to be a story of great loss and sacrifice behind most grand edifices in Europe. Gives pause for thought indeed. Thanks for this fascinating history. Love the dog and hope in time you will get her a mate to play with!❤

[Gadgetmumma]

I loved this. The music choice was impeccable. Could I ask that you reduce the volume of the curtain music as it is hard to hear the words over the music. Thank you.

[nigelbullock]

Brilliant video full of history, facts and thoughts of life at ever time of the revolution. Petworth House in England was built with similar servants tunnels across the house and grounds. Staff. Not to be seen or heard.

[jenilocke]

Fascinating history lesson, made more dramatic for being told from the Chateau's perspective. That view of the fields from the wind turbine tower (can't remember the proper name) was phenomenal, the colours and perspective look like a painting by a master. I bet those farmers resented those pigeons with a bitter passion that built with every sowing time, no wonder they revolted. Beautiful work on the filming and edit, I really enjoyed watching the video.❤

[lauralaladarling]

Thank you both for this marvellous presentation of the historic life of its owners of Chateau de Perno and its building time - line. It was fascinating to see the tunnel taken by cooks and maids to the kitchens where they prepared luxurious meals for the nobles. I think you made a good point that, although of course some grand estates still have footmen, butlers and servants etc. - the welfare for those working in the Chateau may have been preferable than those of Tenant farmers who suffered terribly.
I had never known before about the pigeons being kept in such large quantities, according to law for nobles of certain rank, that lived of the farmers seeds which led to greater famine and and disaster.
I wish you both great good fortune with the restoration of the Chateau. I would love to have seen the letter, that saved the Chateau, translated to English. Xxxx ❤

[nativetexson]

Well done. The research, the history, your story telling bring the events to a more personal level. As an architect and historical preservationist as well as a history buff, thank you. 👏👏

[zeenatbaer]

I really appreciate you addressing this aspect of history... and doing a very good job of it. All your videos are so professional and well put together. Well done !!

[rosemariedeschenes]

Love the history lesson as seen through this amazing chateau. Thank you for sharing 😍😘

[jefflawrentz]

That’s fascinating history. It’s amazing this place has survived.

[coleenbean]

I really loved the history lesson about Purnon. So well done.

[jonimarchese]

Thank you so much for the history that surrounds your beautiful Chateau de Purnon, it is really fascinating. I love your channel, and I am so impressed, with your dedication and love to restore her to her formal glory, revealing her past, be it good or bad. Thank you again. Love from N.Y.

[jancioffi]

Incredible video. Thanks for the history lesson. Thoroughly enjoyed!

[kisiamalenkij]

Let's start with the fact that the nobility was exempted from paying taxes.

[sharonhayes]

Loved listening to you on the history of Chateau Du Purnon, so interesting, thankyou from Tasmania ❤😊