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Violet Gordon Charlesworth
A portrait of Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884), showcasing her elaborate and expensive clothing. She became notorious for faking her own death in 1909 by allegedly being thrown from her motor car into the sea from the cliffs at Penmaenbach near Llandudno, but was later discovered alive and well, and sentenced to hard labour. Date: 1909
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1884 Asaph Charlesworth Cliff Expensive Faking Furs Gordon Leap Llandudno Mystery Nov18 Violet Violets Miss
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Violet Gordon Charlesworth, born in 1884 in St. Asaph, Wales. Known for her penchant for extravagant fashion, Violet is depicted here in an opulent ensemble, adorned with furs and other expensive clothing. Her striking appearance, coupled with the backdrop of the Welsh cliffs of Penmaenbach near Llandudno, adds to the intrigue surrounding her mysterious past. In November 1909, Violet became the subject of widespread attention when she was reported to have tragically met her end. According to accounts, she was allegedly thrown from her motor car into the sea from the cliffs at Penmaenbach. The incident sparked a frenzy of media coverage, with many mourning the loss of the young socialite. However, the story took an unexpected turn when Violet reappeared alive and well, only a few weeks later. The revelation of her faked death sent shockwaves through society, and Violet was subsequently sentenced to hard labor for her deception. Despite the controversy, Violet's enigmatic persona continued to intrigue the public. Her tale of faking her own death, set against the backdrop of the Welsh cliffs and her elaborate clothing, remains a fascinating chapter in the annals of British social history.
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