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Deborah Mitford at Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting
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Deborah Mitford at Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting
Deborah Mitford (1920-2014), later Duchess of Devonshire, pictured at the age of sixteen (nearly seventeen) in 1937 at Cheltenham races with Mr Dixon. Debo was the youngest of the infamous six Mitford sisters, daughters of Lord and Lady Redesdale. Date: 1937
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Cheltenham Debo Deborah Devonshire Dixon Duchess Horseracing Hunt Leopard Meeting Mitford Races Redesdale Seventeen Sisters Sixteen Youngest 1937
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In this black-and-white photograph, Deborah Mitford, later known as the Duchess of Devonshire, is seen at the age of sixteen (nearly seventeen) at the prestigious Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting in 1937. Debo, the youngest of the six Mitford sisters, was the daughter of Lord and Lady Redesdale and would go on to make headlines for her scandalous love affairs and high-profile marriages. Wearing a chic fur coat and a stylish leopard print hat, Deborah exudes an air of sophistication and confidence as she poses with Mr. Dixon at the races. The Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting was a significant social event in the British calendar, and Deborah's attendance marked her introduction into high society. The Mitford sisters were known for their unconventional lifestyles and controversial relationships, often making headlines for their scandalous antics. Deborah's older sister, Diana Mitford, was famously married to the British Union of Fascists leader, Oswald Mosley, while another sister, Unity Mitford, was an ardent supporter of Adolf Hitler. Despite the family's controversial reputation, Deborah went on to marry the Duke of Devonshire in 1940, becoming the Duchess of Devonshire and one of the most prominent figures in British society. This photograph captures a young Deborah on the cusp of her future fame and fortune, surrounded by the excitement and glamour of the Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting. This historical image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the world of British high society in the 1930s. The photograph's timeless elegance and the intriguing story behind it make it a must-have for any collection of historical photographs or social history enthusiasts.
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