The Man in the Iron Mask: The Enigmatic Prisoner of Louis XIV

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The Man in the Iron Mask was a mysterious prisoner held in several French jails during the reign of Louis XIV. His identity was concealed by a mask, and his true name remains a mystery. Speculation has ranged from a political enemy to the king’s twin brother.

The story of the Man in the Iron Mask has been immortalized in literature and film, capturing the imagination of generations with its intrigue and secrecy.