Bridgerton, the hit Netflix series, may transport us to a world of lavish balls and scandalous romances, but it also offers a glimpse into the real-life figures who shaped Regency-era England. And lately, eagle-eyed viewers have been buzzing about a historical mystery: Why did so many of King George III's daughters remain unmarried?
"Looking back, I just realized that none of their daughters had kids," observed one viewer online, sparking a flurry of speculation. "And many didn't get married. I'm wondering, was there some kind of infertility in the family or what?"
While infertility was a possibility in the 18th century, historians point to a more complex web of factors at play, including a father’s protective instincts and the shadow of a dreaded disease.
Contrary to popular belief, the royal family wasn't immune to the heartbreak of domestic abuse. King George III's sister, Princess Caroline, endured a notoriously unhappy and abusive marriage. This experience, coupled with the knowledge of his own father's (George II) cruel treatment of his wife, profoundly impacted the King.
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