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In this episode of Secrets of The Royals we discuss the killing of Lord Mountbatten, an event that shook the royal family and the world. We explore his background, his influential role within the royal circles, and his complicated personal life marked by bravery and scandal. And we cover his shocking assassination by the IRA, the subsequent impact on the royal family, and serious abuse allegations that followed years later.
Episode Highlights:
01:37 Lord Mountbatten's Early Life and Family
02:50 Mountbatten's Influence on the Royal Family
06:14 Mountbatten's Military Career and Personal Life
09:32 The Tragic Day of the Assassination
12:03 Allegations and Controversies
13:22 Aftermath and Legacy
Credits
Episode written by Kerry Parnell and Maria Coole
Music. Arrival Of The Queen of Sheba | Composer: Georg Friderich Händel (1695 – 1759) | Arranged and performed by Richard Irwin. | Performance ℗ 2021 Richard Irwin Music®. All Rights Reserved. ISRC UKTU21900464
Podcast Production: Lucy Lucraft
The Complex Legacy of Lord Mountbatten: Influence, Intrigue, and Tragedy