The Stunning History of Today

15. 30th January


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On this day, 30th January 1889, Prince Rudolf of Austria was found dead with his lover baroness Mary Vetsera. This event also goes by the name of the Mayerling incident. We take a look into the theories surrounding the lover's 'suicide pact' (or was it?) and what impact the deaths had on the Royal Family. 

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The Stunning History of TodayBy Tess Passmore