How American Dollar Princesses Took over Britain

History of Everything

Education, History, Society & Culture

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🗓️ 25 February 2025

⏱️ 93 minutes

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Between the late 19th century and World War II, a flood of “dollar princesses” flocked to England looking for love. In return for a coveted title, they offered their much-needed wealth to an aristocracy desperate for cash. And along the way, they helped change British royalty forever—including the lives of the modern-day heirs to Britain’s throne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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