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Charles Spencer Reveals Childhood Abuse in Memoir

Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, shares his traumatic experiences at an elite boarding school in his new book, 'A Very Private School'.

  • Charles Spencer, Princess Diana's brother, disclosed he was sexually abused as a child, a secret he first revealed to a therapist 17 years ago.
  • In his memoir, 'A Very Private School', Spencer details the alleged abuse he suffered at Maidwell Hall, an elite English boarding school.
  • Spencer recounts being physically and sexually abused, including being whipped so severely that wounds took weeks to heal.
  • He also shared the broader culture of abuse at the school, where privileged children were subjected to brutal behavior as part of their upbringing.
  • Spencer's revelations aim to shed light on the hidden traumas of boarding school life and encourage others to come forward with their stories.
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