Which Royal defiantly stood up to an armed attacker outside Buckingham Palace? Listen to find out!

In the second of three extraordinary episodes, Royal historians Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams look at the motives and mindset of those who have sought to bring harm to the Royals. When are Kings and Queens at their most vulnerable as targets and how has their entourage of security adapted to challenges over the years?

History reveals that the Royals have always faced a dilemma - they have a duty to be seen in public but they all know from bitter experience that it's a dangerous thing for them to do!

Hosts: Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams

Series Producer: Ben Devlin

Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini 

Executive Producer: Bella Soames 

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