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Lord Chesham, Vanity Fair, Spy
CHARLES COMPTON WILLIAM CAVENDISH, 3rd Baron Chesham (1850-1907) British Conservative politician who served as the last Master of the Buckhounds (an officer in the Master of the Horses department of the British Royal Household), an office abolished in 1901. Caption: Imperial Yeomanry Date: 1850 - 1907
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1850 Baron Buckhounds Cavendish Chesham Compton Conservative Department Master Vanity Yeomanry 1907
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1. Title: "Lord Chesham, the Last Master of the Buckhounds: A British Conservative Politician in Imperial Yeomanry Uniform" This photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Charles Compton William Cavendish, the 3rd Baron Chesham (1850-1907), an influential British Conservative politician who held the esteemed position of the Last Master of the Buckhounds. The Master of the Buckhounds was an officer in the Master of the Horses department of the British Royal Household, an office that was abolished in 1901. Lord Chesham's striking presence is accentuated by his Imperial Yeomanry uniform, which he donned during his service with this volunteer military force. Established in 1899, the Imperial Yeomanry was a part-time military auxiliary raised in response to the threat of war with the Boers in South Africa. Lord Chesham's involvement in this force underscores his commitment to his country and his military prowess. Born into the noble Cavendish family, Lord Chesham was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge. He entered politics in 1874, representing the Conservative Party, and served in various capacities, including as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries and as the Postmaster General. Despite his political accomplishments, Lord Chesham is perhaps best known for his tenure as the Master of the Buckhounds. This position, which dated back to the Tudor era, was a symbol of the monarch's connection to the nobility and the countryside. Lord Chesham's dedication to this role was evident in his efforts to modernize the ancient institution and adapt it to the changing times. This photograph, taken during Lord Chesham's service in the Imperial Yeomanry, offers a glimpse into the life of a British aristocrat and politician who straddled the worlds of politics, the monarchy, and the military. His story is a testament to the rich history and traditions that have shaped the United Kingdom.
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