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For instance, during the French Revolution in 1789, the cathedral was repurposed as a warehouse for food supplies. It underwent a period of de-Christianization, being rededicated to what was called the Cult of Reason. Notably, 28 sculptures of the Kings of Judah adorning its facade were decapitated by revolutionaries as symbols of the monarchy, only to be rediscovered by accident 200 years later.

The Role of Prominent Historical Figures

Before the fire, Notre-Dame garnered over 13 million visitors annually, making it the most visited monument not just in France, but across Europe. However, its popularity was not always guaranteed. Two key figures played pivotal roles in rejuvenating interest in the cathedral: Napoleon Bonaparte and Victor Hugo.