During the war, Mountbatten's relationship with Edwina became complex.
Edwina had numerous affairs, and Mountbatten remained largely understanding.
The family had a nickname, "ginks," for Edwina's lovers.
Mountbatten preferred buying presents and flirting, not necessarily engaging in deeply sexual relationships.
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In this episode, Anita and William are joined by Alex von Tunzelmann to discuss Lord Louis Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India. Listen in to hear all about his superstar marriage to Edwina Ashley, his relationships with key figures such as Nehru and Jinnah, and the role he played in the partition of India.
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