Ashley Collection (page 2)

Mullers Orphan Houses - Dormitory
Infant girls dormitory at Mullers New Orphan Houses, Ashley Down, Bristol. Date: Date unknown

Mary Cunningham-Reid & Barbara Cartland at Peter North exhib
The Hon. Mrs Cunningham-Reid (formerly Mary Ashley, sister of Edwina Mountbatten) and Mrs McCorquodale aka novelist Barbara Cartland

Lady Mary Ashley Cooper in Jacobean costume Lady Mary Ashley-Cooper (1902-1936)
Lady Mary Ashley-Cooper (1902-1936), later Lady Alington, eldest daughter of the Earl and Countess of Shaftesbury. Pictured in the costume she wore at the Hatfield Pageant

Lady Louis Mountbatten by Leo Klin
Edwina Ashley Mountbatten, wife of Earl Louis Mountbatten of Burma (1900 - 1979), whom she married in 1922. Last Vicereine of India, friend of Gandhi and Nehru. Portrait by Leo Klin. Date: 1925

The Sketch cover - Mary Ashley
Hon. Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley, daughter of multi-millionaire, Lt-Col Wilfred Ashley (1st Baron Mount Temple) and sister of Edwina, Countess Mountbatten

Lady Mary Ashley-Cooper by Madame Yevonde
Lady Mary Ashley-Cooper (1902-1936), later Lady Alington, eldest daughter of the Earl and Countess of Shaftesbury. Pictured in part colour by Madame Yevonde in August 1923

Colonel Ashley with Chelsea Pensioners, WW1
Colonel Ashley explaining modern signal methods to Chelsea Pensioners during the First World War. 1914-1918

Lady Alington
Mary Sibell Sturt (nÚÑáAshley-Cooper), Lady Alington (1902-1936), Wife of 3rd Baron Alington; daughter of 9th Earl of Shaftesbury. 1935

Evelyn Ashley (1836-1907) English author and Liberal politician
531110 Evelyn Ashley (1836-1907) English author and Liberal politician: son of 7th Earl of Shaftesbury. Cartoon by Edward Linley Sambourne in the Fancy Portraits series from Punch London April 1881

TERRACED HOUSES FOR SALE
An impressive row of grand Georgian terraced houses and flats for sale during the 1980s housing boom. Date: 1980s

Ashley Road, Altrincham, Trafford, ManchesterLancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Test Valley SO20 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO20 6

Trafford WA15 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Trafford WA15 0

Harborough LE16 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Harborough LE16 8

Cotswold GL8 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cotswold GL8 8

Kent CT15 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kent CT15 5

Bristol BS15 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bristol BS15 9

Newmarket CB8 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Newmarket CB8 9

BH Bournemouth, BH25 5
BH25 5

New Forest BH24 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of New Forest BH24 2

Engagement Portrait of the Mountbattens
The official engagement portrait of Louis Mountbatten, Ist Earl Mountbatten of Burma (1900-1979) and Edwina Cynthia Annette Ashley (1901-1960), daughter of Wilfred William Ashley. Date: 1922

1930 Frazer Nash, R. W Ashley. Prescott 1960. Creator: Unknown
1930 Frazer Nash, R.W Ashley. Prescott 1960

1961 Ashley diven by R. J. Hudson at Silverstone 1961. Creator: Unknown
1961 Ashley diven by R.J. Hudson at Silverstone 1961

Evelyn Ashley (1836-1907), English author and Liberal politician, 1881. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
Evelyn Ashley (1836-1907), English author and Liberal politician, 1881. Ashley was the son of the 7th Earl of Shaftesbury

The Conwy Tubular Bridge on the Chester & Holyhead Railway, North Wales, 1852. Artist: Alfred Ashley
The Conwy Tubular Bridge on the Chester & Holyhead Railway, North Wales, 1852. This bridge was designed by Robert Stephenson to carry the Chester and Holyhead Railway across the River at Conwy

Patricia and Edwina Mountbatten, 1928
From left to right: Patricia Mountbatten (1924- ), Lady Edwina Mountbatten, n饠 Ashley (1901-1960), Mrs Richard Norton, Miss Sarah Norton and John Norton at Deauville, Normandy. 1928

The 1958 Season - Debutantes to make their curtsey
Double page spread from The Tatler magazines Debutante number, 1958, significant in that it was the final year debutantes were presented to royalty at court

Engagement party of Margaret Whigham & Charles Sweeny
A group at the engagement party of socialite Miss Margaret Whigham and American golfer, Charles Sweeny at the Embassy Club in London

Wedding of Lord Louis Mountbatten and Miss Edwina Ashley leaving St Margarets Church, Westminster, London on 18th July 1822. Date: 1922

Wedding of Captain Cunningham Reid and Lady Mary Ashley
The wedding of World War I flying ace, Captain Alec Cunningham-Reid (1895 - 1977) to Hon. Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley, daughter of multi-millionaire

Lady Louis Mountbatten with Patricia and Pamela
Lady Louis Mountbatten, Countess Mountbatten of Burma and Vicerine of India (1901 - 1960), formerly Edwina Ashley. Wife of Lord Louis Mountbatten pictured in The Sketch with her two daughters

Anthony Ashley Cooper, 1st Earl of Shaftesbury, 1621-1683. English politician. From the book The Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, Engraved by Houbraken and Mr. Vertue

Henry Hamilton Bennett Family Ashley Harriet
Henry Hamilton Bennett with His Family: Ashley, Harriet, and Nellie; Henry Hamilton Bennett (American, born Canada, 1843 - 1908); about 1888; Albumen silver print

General Strike 1926: Society women volunteers
In support of the General Strike ladies from society helped, photograph showing volunteers working in Hyde Park, London, in the open air peeling potatoes, Lady Quilter (with tray)

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"An Iconic Figure: Lady Louis Mountbatten, A Woman of Many Facets" Lady Louis Mountbatten, also known as Lady Edwina Ashley, was a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on history. From her involvement in World War II to her glamorous social life, she embodied strength and elegance. In the midst of WWII, Lady Louis Mountbatten donned a uniform with pride as she served her country as part of ENSA Entertainments. Her dedication to boosting morale through Swing Vogue performances showcased not only her talent but also her unwavering commitment to supporting the troops. But it wasn't just wartime where Lady Louis shone bright. As Mrs. Cunningham Reid (formerly Mary Ashley), she brought grace and sophistication wherever she went. Whether attending events like the Scruffts Hylands Park or The Embassy Club alongside Mr. Charles Sweeny, their presence exuded charm and style. Lady Edwina's wedding in 1922 to Lord Louis Mountbatten was nothing short of grandeur - a union that captivated hearts worldwide. The couple's love story became legendary, symbolizing unity amidst turbulent times. Her role as a mother was equally significant; seen in heartwarming photographs with daughter Patricia by her side, Lady Louis radiated maternal affection and tenderness. Beyond these personal moments captured on film lies another aspect of Lady Mary Ashley-Cooper – an influential figure within high society circles. Photographed by Madame Yevonde herself, she epitomized timeless beauty and sophistication that transcended generations. Even after marrying into nobility and becoming known as Lady Louise Mountbatten or simply "Edwina, " this extraordinary woman never lost touch with reality or compassion for others. Her visits to Delhi alongside Lord Mountbatten demonstrated their shared commitment towards fostering positive change in India during challenging times. Today we remember Lady Louise Mountbatten for being so much more than a name.