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The Hon J and Mrs Freeman-Mitford
John Power Bertram Ogilvy Freeman-Mitford, later 4th Baron Redesdale ), seen here with his bride, formerly Fraulein Marie Ann von Friedlander-Fuld, daughter of a wealthy German coal owner. They married on 5 January 1914, but stayed together for just ten weeks; the marriage was annulled the same year. Date: 1914
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Annulled Aristocracy Aristocrat Baron Berlin Bertram Bride Coal Divorce Divorced Fraulein Freeman Groom Marie Married Mitford Ogilvy Peerage Power Redesdale Rich Separated Separation Wealthy Friedlander January Owner Upper
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, The Hon. John Power Bertram Ogilvy Freeman-Mitford, later the 4th Baron Redesdale, is seen with his bride, Marie Ann von Friedlander-Fuld, on their wedding day in 1914. The aristocratic couple exudes an air of elegance and opulence, reflecting their privileged backgrounds. John, a member of the British peerage, is dressed in formal attire, while Marie Ann, the daughter of a wealthy German coal owner, dons an intricately beaded and embroidered wedding gown. Their marriage took place in Berlin, Germany, amidst much fanfare and extravagance. However, their union was short-lived. Just ten weeks after their wedding, the couple announced their separation, and the marriage was annulled later in the same year. The reasons for their hasty separation remain shrouded in mystery, but the scandal made headlines in both the British and German press. The photograph captures a fleeting moment in history, a glimpse into the lives of the aristocracy and the upper class during a time of great change. The image serves as a reminder of the complexities and intricacies of the peerage system, as well as the societal expectations and pressures that came with being a member of the aristocracy. Marie Ann's father, a successful industrialist in the coal trade, would have provided a substantial dowry, making the union a financially advantageous one for the Freeman-Mitford family. Yet, despite the wealth and status that came with the marriage, it ultimately ended in heartache and separation. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and intriguing history, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the lives of the aristocracy and the complexities of marriage in the early 20th century.
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