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Charming Daughters of the Duke of Devonshire
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Charming Daughters of the Duke of Devonshire
The five daughters of Victor Cavendish, 9th Duke of Devonshire. Clockwise from top left, the eldest, Lady Maud Cavendish, Lady Blanche Cavendish, Lady Dorothy Cavendish (who married Harold Macmillan) and Lady Rachel Cavendish. In the centre is the youngest daughter, Lady Anne Cavendish. Date: 1917
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In this enchanting photograph, the five charming daughters of Victor Cavendish, the 9th Duke of Devonshire, pose for the camera in 1917. The eldest, Lady Maud Cavendish, sits to the top left, her expression radiant and serene. To her right, Lady Blanche Cavendish gazes demurely at the viewer with a delicate smile. Next to Blanche is Lady Dorothy Cavendish, who would later make headlines when she married Harold Macmillan, the future Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, in 1920. Dorothy's elegant posture and confident gaze speak of her future role as a prominent figure in British society. The youngest daughter, Lady Anne Cavendish, sits in the center, her eyes sparkling with mischief and playfulness. Her sisters surround her, each one unique in her own way, yet all sharing the same grace and poise that comes with being a member of the aristocracy. The Duke of Devonshire, one of the wealthiest and most influential men in England, looks on proudly at his daughters. The photograph captures a moment in time, a moment of beauty and elegance, a moment that speaks of the enduring legacy of the Cavendish family. This photograph, taken in 1917, is a testament to the charm and allure of the Cavendish daughters, and a reminder of the rich history and tradition that defines the British aristocracy. The image, which has been preserved in the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a treasure trove of history and a glimpse into the past. The sisters' names, in order from left to right, are Lady Maud Cavendish, Lady Blanche Cavendish, Lady Dorothy Cavendish (later Lady Macmillan), Lady Rachel Cavendish, and Lady Anne Cavendish. The photograph is a reminder of the strong bonds of sisterhood and the enduring legacy of the Cavendish family.
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