In this episode of A Right Royal Fuck Up, we investigate the tragic murder-suicide of Crown Prince Rudolph of Austria and his lover, Baroness Mary Vetsera. Their shocking deaths at Mayerling in 1889 didn’t just scandalize Europe—they set off a chain of events that altered the course of history. With the loss of the heir to the Habsburg throne, the balance of power in Europe began to shift, contributing to the tensions that ultimately led to World War One. Join us as we explore how this dark royal scandal echoes through history, shaping the world we live in today.

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