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Lady Desborough with her sons, Julian and Billy
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Lady Desborough with her sons, Julian and Billy
Ethel Anne Priscilla ( Ettie ) Grenfell (n饠 Fane), Lady Desborough (1867-1952), Wife of William Henry Grenfell, Baron Desborough. Ettie, Lady Desborough, was one of the great Edwardian society hostesses and mother of Julian Grenfell (war poet) on the left, and Gerald William (Billy) Grenfell (right), both killed during the First World War. Date: 1910
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Aristocracy Aristocrats Billie Billy Classes Desborough Ethel Fane Gerald Grenfells Hostesses Julian Sons Upper
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This photograph captures Ethel Anne Priscilla (Ettie) Grenfell, Lady Desborough, in the prime of her Edwardian elegance, flanked by her two beloved sons, Julian and Gerald William (Billy) Grenfell. Dating back to 1910, this portrait beautifully encapsulates the opulence and refinement of the era's aristocracy. Ettie, Lady Desborough, was a renowned society hostess, known for her captivating charm and impeccable style. Her husband, William Henry Grenfell, Baron Desborough, was a prominent figure in British politics and society. The sons in this photograph, Julian and Billy, were the pride and joy of their mother's life. Julian Grenfell, on the left, was a celebrated war poet, whose poignant verses captured the raw emotions and experiences of the First World War. Tragically, he was killed in action in 1915, leaving behind a legacy of profound literary contributions. Gerald William (Billy) Grenfell, on the right, was equally admired for his charisma and vitality. He too fell in the line of duty during the First World War, in 1916. The loss of her sons was a devastating blow to Lady Desborough, but her strength and resilience are evident in her unwavering grace and composure. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, where elegance, refinement, and tragedy intertwined in the lives of the aristocracy. The Grenfell family's story is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Edwardian era and the enduring legacy of its most prominent figures.
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