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Caroline Sheridan Norton, Part 1

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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The Strangest Part of George Norton's Case

Norton sought 10,000 pounds in damages for alleged adultery between the politician and Caroline. Norton had several of the house staff testify that there had been a romance between Melbourne and Caroline. The jury asked that the case be thrown out without even needing to hear any of the defense. Even though she was found to have done no wrongdoing, her reputation was completely destroyed.

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