Brace yourselves: From Diana’s memories of meeting Adolf Hitler and the huge scandal in sunny Naples to stitching up Diana’s face, we’ll bring it all to you!

Today’s episode is action packed: Diana Mitford moves from being a society mistress to becoming a fascist and figure in the inner circle of the Third Reich. We cover the pivotal, turbulent years of 1933 and 1934 that saw Diana deepen her commitment to extremism.

We begin with the rise of the British Union of Fascists (BUF), revisiting the infamous Olympia Rally that sparked national outrage. Then, we discuss Diana’s controversial meetings with Adolf Hitler and the tragic personal event of her abortion, a decision shrouded in secrecy.

But there’s more than just politics! We dive into Diana’s surprising devotion to dogs and (maybe?) children, only to contrast it with a bad accident that almost left her disfigured. And we finish it all off with the most awkward love triangle in beautiful Naples.

This episode is again packed with personal tragedy, political fervour, and the outrageous true stories that prove reality is stranger than fiction. Perfect for fans of aristocratic scandal, WWII history, and the Mitford Sisters' most jaw-dropping moments!

Chapters: 

0:00:00 Intro & Recap up to 1933/34

0:04:05 Recap of the Parteitag 1933

0:09:55 The rise of fascism in the UK & the Olympia Rally

0:24:00 Diana has an abortion & meets Hitler 

0:32:42 Diana’s accident (1) & her love for dogs and children

0:45:37 Diana’s accident (2) & looming disfigurement

0:54:39 The Love Affair Scandal in Naples

0:57:018 Wrap & outlook on Diana part 6 (secret wedding coming your way!)

Tags: Mitford Sisters, Diana Mitford, Oswald Mosley, British Union of Fascists, BUF, Bryan Guinness, Unity Mitford, Nuremberg Rally, Adolf Hitler, British History, True Stories, Historical Figures, Women History, Period Drama, The Crown, House of Guinness.

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