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The name that almost toppled the British Monarchy

Patsy Cornwallis-West may be a name that doesn’t ring any bells, but just over a century ago, h...

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16.05 5 Nov 2025


The name that almost toppled the British Monarchy


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16.05 5 Nov 2025


Patsy Cornwallis-West may be a name that doesn’t ring any bells, but just over a century ago, her name almost toppled the British Monarchy. While the future King of England’s renowned affairs may have been a coming-of-age, they did little to set a precedent of exemplary behavior for future generations.

‘The Sins of the Armstrong House’ author Andrew O’Connor joins Seán to discuss the parallels between royal scandals, the role of women in the establishment, and the seemingly eternal interest in the Royal family…


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