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At Cowes. At the Royal Yacht Squadron landing stage in Cowes, Isle of Wight
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At Cowes. At the Royal Yacht Squadron landing stage in Cowes, Isle of Wight
At the Royal Yacht Squadron landing stage in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Prince and Princess Arthur of Connaught arriving with Lord and Lady Montagu of Beaulieu; Lord Sinclair; and Lady Mary Agar, who is one of Lord and Lady Normantons daughters
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Agar Arthur Beaulieu Connaught Cowes Isle Landing Montagu Sinclair Squadron Wight Yacht Yachting 1925
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This photograph, taken in the picturesque town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight in July 1925, captures a moment in time as members of British high society arrive at the Royal Yacht Squadron landing stage. Among the distinguished guests are Prince and Princess Arthur of Connaught, who are warmly welcomed by Lord and Lady Montagu of Beaulieu. The Montagus were well-known figures in British society, and their daughter, Lady Mary Agar, is also present. The Prince and Princess of Connaught, who were the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and Strathearn, were the eldest children of Queen Victoria's third child, Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn. They were popular members of the British royal family and were known for their patronage of the arts and their support of various charitable causes. Lord Sinclair, who is also seen in the photograph, was a Scottish peer and a prominent figure in British politics. He served as the Postmaster General in the National Government from 1931 to 1935. The Royal Yacht Squadron, founded in 1815, is one of the most prestigious yacht clubs in the world. It is located in Cowes, a town renowned for its rich maritime history and its annual sailing regattas. The landing stage at the Royal Yacht Squadron was a popular gathering place for the British aristocracy, who would arrive by yacht to attend various social events and regattas. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of British high society in the 1920s. It is a reminder of a time when the British royal family and the aristocracy were closely intertwined, and when Cowes was a hub of social and maritime activity.
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