How Scandalous Were Masquerade Balls?
Faces covered, identities unknown - masquerade balls sound like a place of anonymity and, therefore, SCANDAL. But how true is this in the 18th Century? Could people sneak in unrecognised like they do in Bridgerton? And how much would people be misbehaving inside? Kate is joined for this particular dance by Dr Meghan…
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