Beast of Gévaudan
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Beast of Gévaudan
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The dossier details the historical enigma of the Beast of Gévaudan, a mysterious creature that terrorized rural France in the 18th century, claiming over a hundred victims. The account describes how the animal exhibited atypical behavior, preferring human targets and resisting several frustrated capture attempts by the royal army. The narrative highlights the role of Jean Chastel, the hunter who finally slew the beast, raising suspicions about his possible involvement in training the animal. Among the explanatory theories, the text considers everything from the existence of an exotic hybrid or an armored hyena to the possibility of crimes committed by a serial killer. Overall, the source explores the intersection of historical facts, the monarchy's political failures, and the legends that still surround the creature's identity