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The narrative explores the legacy of the first Duke of Marlborough, a military genius celebrated with the construction of Blenheim Palace. It examines the Churchills' mixed fortunes over generations, highlighting both their distinguished members and those who squandered their wealth. The family's revival in the nineteenth century is attributed to the substantial dowries of notable American heiresses, Jennie Jerome and Consuelo Vanderbilt, who played pivotal roles in restoring the family's status and wealth.
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The Churchills: In Love and War, Mary S. Lovell
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- The Churchills: In Love and War
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mary S. Lovell
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Publisher
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 640
- ISBN13
- 9780393062304
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The narrative explores the legacy of the first Duke of Marlborough, a military genius celebrated with the construction of Blenheim Palace. It examines the Churchills' mixed fortunes over generations, highlighting both their distinguished members and those who squandered their wealth. The family's revival in the nineteenth century is attributed to the substantial dowries of notable American heiresses, Jennie Jerome and Consuelo Vanderbilt, who played pivotal roles in restoring the family's status and wealth.