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Queen Charlottes Ball: Raine McCorquodale(Spencer), 1947
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Queen Charlottes Ball: Raine McCorquodale(Spencer), 1947
A page from The Tatler and Bystander, entitled Youth and gaiety at the Queen Charlottes Ball, featuring a portrait of Raine McCorquodale. Raine McCorquodale, the daughter of Barbara Cartland and stepmother to Diana, Princess of Wales, was a British socialite and politician; she was married three times and at this time was married to the Honorable Gerald Humphrey Legge, Viscount Lewisham and later, 9th Earl of Dartmouth. She was later known as Raine, Countess Spencer; and Comtesse de Chambrun. Date: April 1947
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1947 Ball Charlotte Classes Formal Guests Jul17 Mccorquodale Raine Upper
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This enchanting photograph is a captivating glimpse into the elegant and glamorous world of post-war British high society, as depicted in the April 1947 issue of The Tatler and Bystander. The image, titled "Youth and Gaiety at the Queen Charlotte's Ball," showcases the radiant beauty and poise of Raine McCorquodale, the daughter of renowned romance novelist Barbara Cartland and future stepmother to Diana, Princess of Wales. At the time, Raine was married to the Honorable Gerald Humphrey Legge, Viscount Lewisham, and later, the 9th Earl of Dartmouth. Raine's stunning appearance at the Queen Charlotte's Ball, an annual event held at the Royal Naval College in Greenwich, London, was a testament to the enduring allure of formal evenings and the elegance of the upper classes in the 1940s. Dressed in a elegant evening gown, Raine exudes an air of sophistication and charm, her captivating smile and sparkling eyes reflecting the joy and excitement of the evening. The photograph is a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, when such events brought together the most prominent figures of British society for an evening of elegance, refinement, and celebration. The Queen Charlotte's Ball, held in honor of Queen Charlotte, the wife of King George III, has a rich history dating back to the late 18th century. The event is renowned for its grandeur and exclusivity, attracting the cream of British society, including royalty, nobility, and prominent figures from the worlds of politics, art, and literature. This photograph of Raine McCorquodale, taken in 1947, is a stunning testament to the enduring allure of such events and the timeless elegance of the British social scene.
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