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Elizabeth, Duchess of York winning a bottle of Champagne
Elizabeth, Duchess of York winning a bottle of Champagne by hooking a wooden bottle with a fishing rod and line at a Garden Party in July 1933 held at Portman House, Portman Square in aid of the princess Elizabeth of York Hospital for Children. Date: 1933
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1933 Bottle Champagne Duchess Future Hook Hooks Stall Winner Winning Wins Elizabeth Hooking
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In this photograph from the 1930s, Her Grace The Duchess of York, later known as The Queen Mother, is seen in a moment of excitement and triumph as she wins a bottle of Champagne at a Garden Party held at Portman House, Portman Square. The event, organized in July 1933, was in aid of the Princess Elizabeth of York Hospital for Children, a noble cause that brought together the royal family and the community in support of a worthy institution. The Duchess, who would later become the mother of the reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, is depicted in a stylish summer dress and hat, her eyes focused intently on the task at hand. She stands near a stall, where a wooden bottle of Champagne is suspended from a fishing rod and line, waiting to be won by the lucky guest who could hook it with precision and skill. With a determined look on her face, the Duchess skillfully maneuvers her fishing rod, her line taut with anticipation. The crowd around her cheers and applauds, adding to the festive atmosphere of the day. The Duchess's victory is a testament to her grace, agility, and competitive spirit, as well as her dedication to supporting charitable causes. This charming image offers a glimpse into the elegance and charm of royal events in the 1930s, a time when the monarchy continued to captivate the hearts and minds of the British people. The Duchess of York's win at the Garden Party at Portman House remains a cherished memory in the annals of royal history.
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