The Scam That Shook Paris: Selling the Eiffel Tower Twice
In 1925, master con artist Victor Lustig convinced wealthy scrap-metal dealers that the Eiffel Tower was secretly being demolished—and that he had the authority to sell it. Using forged government documents, a fake identity, and incredible confidence, Lustig pulled off one of history’s boldest scams. After escaping with the money, he reportedly returned to Paris and attempted the same trick again. Discover how the man known as the “Count” turned France’s most famous landmark into the perfect con. #VictorLustig #EiffelTower #TrueCrime #History #ConArtist
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