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Earl and Countess Spencer
Albert Edward John Spencer, 7th Earl Spencer (23 May 1892 9 June 1975), known formally as The Hon Albert Spencer until 1910 and from then until 1922 as Viscount Althorp, and less formally as " Jack" Spencer, pictured with his wife, Countess Spencer, formerly Cynthia Elinor Beatrix Hamilton, daughter of the 3rd Due of Abercorn. They were the paternal grandparents of Diana, Princess of Wales and great grandparents of Prince William of Wales Picture on the occasion of the visit of the American Bar Association to Sulgrave Manor, Northamptonshire, the home of the Washington family. Date: 1924
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In this elegant photograph, taken in 1924, the Earl and Countess Spencer, Albert Edward John Spencer, 7th Earl Spencer (1892-1975), and Cynthia Elinor Beatrix Hamilton, Countess Spencer (1894-1976), are seen graciously welcoming guests during a visit of the American Bar Association to Sulgrave Manor in Northamptonshire. The Spencers, who were the paternal grandparents of Diana, Princess of Wales, were an influential and distinguished aristocratic family in British society. Born as Hon. Albert Spencer, the Earl assumed the title of Viscount Althorp upon the death of his father in 1910. He later succeeded to the earldom in 1922. His wife, Cynthia, was the eldest daughter of the 3rd Duke of Abercorn. The couple's lineage was rich in royal connections, as they were descendants of the Washington family, whose ancestor, John Washington, was a cousin of King George II of Great Britain. The photograph captures the refined atmosphere of the occasion, with the Earl and Countess Spencer dressed in their formal attire, exuding an air of aristocratic elegance and sophistication. The setting, Sulgrave Manor, is a historic house that dates back to the 16th century and is renowned for its association with the American founding father, John Adams, who lived there for several years in the late 17th century. The image is a testament to the enduring traditions and lineage of the British aristocracy, as well as the close ties between the United States and the United Kingdom. It offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the grace and poise of the Earl and Countess Spencer as they played their role in British society and history.
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