Today we’re talking about Margaret Whigham, the it-girl of 1930’s, who became Mrs Sweeny with her first marriage - Cole Porter mentioned her in a song - and Duchess of Argyll with her second.

She is remembered today for a sex scandal initiated by the 11th Duke of Argyll during their divorce proceedings.

She is also responsible for restoring Inveraray Castle in Scotland; and

one can definitely credit Margaret with making waves when it comes to legislation against revenge porn.

And today we’re talking to Lyndsy Spence, who wrote a book on Margaret, published by The History Press.

Get The Grit in the Pearl: The Scandalous Life of Margaret, Duchess of Argyll Book:

https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/the-grit-in-the-pearl/

https://thehistorypress.co.uk/article/the-deb-of-1930-margaret-whigham-enters-society/

Find Lyndsy's Books:

https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/cast-a-diva/

https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/where-madness-lies/

Find Lyndsy:

https://thehistorypress.co.uk/contributor/lyndsy-spence/

https://www.instagram.com/lyndsyspence/

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https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-the-royal-british-kings-and-queens-walking-tour-t426011/

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