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Lord Plunkett joins Princess Margaret and Queen Mother at Sandringham. 30-year-old
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Lord Plunkett joins Princess Margaret and Queen Mother at Sandringham. 30-year-old
Lord Plunkett joins Princess Margaret and Queen Mother at Sandringham.
30-year-old Irish Guards Capt Lord Plunkett has joined Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother this at Sandringham for a short holiday. Lord Plunkett, a temporary equerry to the Queen, is a childhood friend of the Princess and frequently acts as her escort, particularly to West End theatres. The royal family call him Patrick.
Photo shows, left to right, Ludovic Kennedy ( Husband of Maira Shearer ), Lord Shaun Plunkett, Earl of Dalkeith, Lord Ogilvie, Lady Rosemary Spencer Churchill, John Gilmour and Lady Caroline Gilmour.
Front row left to right Moira Shearer, Duchess of Buccleuch, Princess Margaret, Duke of Buccleuch..
8 January 1954
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1954, where Lord Plunkett joins Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother at Sandringham. The image captures a moment of relaxation and camaraderie as these esteemed individuals enjoy a short holiday together. Lord Plunkett, a dashing 30-year-old Irish Guards Capt, is not only an equerry to the Queen but also a childhood friend of Princess Margaret. Known affectionately as Patrick by the royal family, he frequently accompanies her on various outings, particularly to West End theatres. The photograph showcases an impressive lineup of personalities from that era. From left to right, we see Ludovic Kennedy (husband of Maira Shearer), Lord Shaun Plunkett (Earl of Dalkeith), Lord Ogilvie, Lady Rosemary Spencer Churchill, John Gilmour, and Lady Caroline Gilmour. In the front row stand Moira Shearer (renowned dancer and actress) alongside the Duchess and Duke of Buccleuch. This snapshot freezes time in an era filled with elegance and grace. It offers us a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped history while highlighting their personal connections and friendships beyond their public roles. With its monochrome aesthetic lending it an air of nostalgia, this print truly encapsulates a moment worth cherishing for generations to come.
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