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How American heiresses became Dollar Princesses

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Economic Impact of Marriages Between American Heiresses and European Nobles

This chapter explores the historical phenomenon of American heiresses marrying into European nobility, examining the socio-economic impacts and societal reactions to these unions. It also touches on the evolving dynamics of women's independence post-World War I and foreshadows contemporary dating issues.

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