Diane Spencer is Britain's most famous and most mysterious woman who went down in history as the Princess of Wales, the wife of Prince Charles. What is she famous for? What is the secret of her death? And why is the investigation into the tragic end of Diana’s life still going on? Look for answers to these questions in the article.
First years of life
Diana Spencer has ancient aristocratic roots. Even during the reign of Charles I, her paternal ancestors were awarded the title of count. Her maternal grandmother at one time was the maid of honor of the Queen Mother herself.
The girl was born in the family castle Sandrigem July 1, 1961. It should be noted that this castle is one of the king’s residences, it is here that the royal family often rested for Christmas.
As befits the aristocrats, the Spencer family used the services of numerous servants. In addition to Diana, the family had 3 more children, and all of them were brought up in severity. Witnesses said: the upbringing was such that between parents and children there was no warm and close relationship. The traditions of the aristocracy forbade not only kisses between relatives, but also hugs. The cold distance was respected throughout.
Unfortunately, at the age of 6, the life of our heroine was overshadowed by the divorce of her parents. Diana, like all the children of her family, stayed with her father.
The mother of the family, having left for London, did not spend much time alone and got married.
Gertrude Allen was engaged in the education of Diana, it was she who gave the girl the first knowledge. Then followed a series of educational institutions: private schools of Silfield and Ridlesworth Hall, an elite institution for girls West Hill.
Diana's friends noted that she was not a diligent student, she did not like to study, but the girl was very loved and respected - she had a cheerful and kind character.
Diana Spencer was 178 cm tall. This was an obstacle to the realization of her most cherished dream. Diana was very fond of dancing and dreamed of a ballerina career.
First meeting with Prince Charles
After the death of Diana's grandfather, her father, John Spencer, inherited the count title. The family moved to their ancestral estate - Elthorp House Castle. Spencer possessions were famous for their beautiful hunting grounds, where representatives of the royal family often hunted.
In 1977, Prince Charles visited here to hunt. The young people met. However, the shy 16-year-old Diana made absolutely no impression on him.
Diana Spencer also thought at that moment only about studying in Switzerland.
After studying and returning to London, the girl received an apartment from her father as a gift. Began an independent life. Diana, despite the wealth of her family, got a job in kindergarten. She wanted to provide for herself.
Diana and the Prince
It was at this time, 2 years after the first meeting, Diana and Charles met again. The romance between young people developed rapidly.
At first they had a great time on the yacht "Britain", and over time, Diana Spencer (photo see article) was invited to Balmoral - the royal residence. In Balmoral, Charles introduced the girl to his parents. Soon the couple got married.
Everything is not as it seemed at the beginning
Some digression should be made here. At the time of his acquaintance with Diana, Charles led a wild life. His relationship with a married woman, Camilla Parker, very much bothered his parents. Therefore, when Diana appeared on the horizon, her candidacy for the role of wife leading a vicious lifestyle of her son began to be considered immediately.
Charles was not going to part with Camilla at all, so Diana's candidacy for the role of future wife was confirmed not only by the prince's parents, but also his beloved woman.
Diana Spencer, whose biography received a new round, agreed to the marriage, knowing full well that her future husband has a lover.
The wedding ceremonies took place on July 29, 1981.
Payment for error
Diana loved her husband, she probably hoped that everything would work out and they could live happily ever after. Nevertheless, these hopes did not materialize. Jealousy, futile attempts to save the family, tears and pain - this is the atmosphere in which the young wife had to live.
Diana’s unhappy existence was brightened up only by children. She found solace in her sons, William and Harry.
Over time, the situation in the family only began to heat up, because Charles ceased to hide his love affair with Camilla. This, of course, had a negative impact on Diana, and every day it became harder and harder to control herself.
The mother-in-law supported her son, and this did not have the best effect on the relationship between her and Diana. Annoyed mother-in-law and the fact that the daughter-in-law every day became more and more popular among ordinary people.
Lady Dee - that's how the subjects of the British crown began to call Diana. She was considered a princess "from the people", because she often took part in charity events, helped the needy in word and deed.
The decisive step leading to divorce
Tired of dealing with this situation, Diana told the public about her personal life. The whole world has learned about the life of the royal family. This step angered the queen very much: with Diana they became implacable enemies.
Lady Dee decided to terminate the marriage at all costs. The Queen Mother believed that a true aristocrat should humble herself and live for the sake of her children, because the conflict in the royal family, and especially divorce, is a terrible scandal and complications.
However, Princess Diana has already made her decision, she began to act. The once prudent, reputable princess was convicted in connection with her riding instructor.
This served as the couple separated, officially the marriage was dissolved after 4 years. The queen had to come to terms with the situation.
freedom
The prospect of being a queen for Diana was lost, but that did not upset her. She became free, which meant that she could be a beloved and happy woman. Moreover, the title of the Princess of Wales was preserved for her, and she had the right to engage in the upbringing of her children.
Life seemed to be getting better. At first, Diana found solace in fleeting, meaningless novels. This continued until fate threw her a meeting with the son of the famous Egyptian billionaire, Dodi al-Fayed.
After 2 months of dating this couple, significant pictures began to appear in the press. Rumors spread that this couple was already engaged. Diana’s happiness was so close …
End of story
On August 31, 1997, terrible news spread around the world: Dodi al-Fayed and Princess Diana died in a car accident.
It all happened at a time when the couple, trying to hide from annoying photographers chasing sensational shots, drove into the tunnel at very high speed. The car crashed into a support in front of a bridge on the Senna embankment.
The tragedy of this situation is that Diana Spencer died for about an hour under the wreckage of the car, while the paparazzi cared for sensational pictures at that time. Dodi died instantly.
The true causes of the death of a couple in love are still unknown. Among the most popular versions of Diana’s death, the following are noted: the escape from annoying paparazzi, a drunk driver behind the wheel, the intervention of British intelligence agents. What is it: an accident or a well-planned operation? We probably will never know that.
