17: Gelignite (The Crown Season 1 Episode 6)

Join Robert Hardman and Natasha Livingstone for an analysis of "Gelignite" season 1, episode 6 of The Crown.

Thanks to The episode focusses on Princess Margaret's relationship with Peter Townsend, our thanks to Nicole, one of our Canadian listeners who suggested this episode. If you'd like us to analyse a favourite episode, get in touch at [email protected].

Find out in this episode of The Crown: Fact or Fiction:

Did a journalist from The People uncover the relationship, and how did the newspaper report the story initially?

How did Prime Minister Winston Churchill react to the relationship and how did his wife influence him on this matter?

What's the significance of the phone number 4832?

What was the fallout for the Queen?

...And what is an Equerry?!

Plus much more. 

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