Even The Royals Queen Charlotte Part 2: The Queen’s Gambit | 27
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Jun 24, 2024 Queen Charlotte faces challenges in supporting her ailing husband, King George III. She grapples with public pressure, her husband's declining health, and her own position in the monarchy. The podcast explores her resilience, vulnerability, and unwavering love amidst adversity.
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Charlotte's Concern for George
- Queen Charlotte brings Christmas roses to her mentally ill husband, King George III, but is barred from seeing him by his doctor.
- She defies the doctor's orders after seeing George strapped to a chair in a straitjacket, highlighting her concern.
Charlotte's Dilemma
- Queen Charlotte faces loneliness and stress from keeping George's illness secret.
- Public appearances of George looking disheveled increase the difficulty of hiding his condition.
George's Deterioration
- George's condition worsens with erratic behavior, causing Charlotte fear and distress.
- He insults her, sends love letters to others, and makes inappropriate advances.