Scandal, Murder and the Duke of Cumberland
News of the Times Episode 202 | 1810 & 1833
Ernest Augustus, The Duke of Cumberland, had a spectacular chequered life.  In the time of King George III, The Duke of Cumberland was generally reviled by press and public, and some would say his own royal family.  He had many a scandal including an alleged attack in the dead of night with a cutlas by a supposed disgruntled valet who then allegedly improbably killed himself so deeply he nearly severed his own head. 
Some 20 years later, another long-term employee of the Duke allegedly committed suicide.  Losing two servants in such a dramatic manner could be considered careless…
We take a look at the history and stories surrounding the Duke of Cumberland and the infamous murder attempt and two suicides within his household as well as the highly salacious accusations hurled at him by the press.
The Duke of Cumberland, and the scandals and murder associated with him, is today’s episode of Frightful Fridays.
Hosted by Robin Coles.

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