In pictures: The Palace of Versailles, Macron's beloved soft power tool

French President Emmanuel Macron plays host to President Donald Trump at a lavish dinner Wednesday night at the Palace of Versailles to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence.

This is the fourth time the French leader has chosen Louis XIV’s sumptuous palace as a venue to entertain a visiting foreign head of state.

Here’s a look back at previous receptions. ...