Elson Collection

Anita Elson
Portrait of Anita Elson (1898 - 1985), American singer and dancer with her signature given with her lipstick. Date: 1927

Jamie Elson England Bmw PGA Championship, Wentworth, Surrey Wentworth Club, Surrey, England 29 May 2011 Date: 29 May 2011

Theatrical stars June and Antia Elson on holiday in sunny England at Lulworth Cove, 1926 - top in a motorboat with Nick Prinsep (top) and with other friends (below) Date: 1926

Shropshire SY12 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Shropshire SY12 9

Hampshire PO12 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire PO12 4

A study of Anita Elson, in her dance number The Shadow Man in the Nine O Clock Revue, London, 1923 Date: 1923

Theatre, famous names of 1925 by Nerman
A series of caricatures of some of the most famous names of the London stage in 1925, including Austin Melford, Cicely James, Gilbert Childs, Anita Elson, Davy Burnaby, Betty Chester

Monitor & Merrimac / Elson
The Battle of Hampton Roads. The Confederates armoured frigate Merrimac destroyed many Federal vessels, but retreated following action with Monitor, a turret ship

Battle of Shiloh / Elson
THE BATTLE OF SHILOH An engagement between Union forces under General Grant and Confederate forces under Albert Johnston. Losses were heavy on both sides

Seven Days Battle / Elson
The Seven Days Battles - Federal troops flanking the enemy

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Anita Elson, a theatrical star of the 1920s, enjoyed a well-deserved holiday with her husband, Jamie Elson, at their homes in Shropshire (SY12 9 Map) and Hampshire (PO12 4 Map). While they basked in the sun, Anita's illustrious career continued to captivate audiences. In one of her most memorable performances, she dazzled in the dance number "The Shadow Man." Her theatrical prowess was also immortalized in famous plays of the era, such as "Theatre, Famous Names of 1925" by Nerman. The Monitor & Merrimac / Elson connection adds another layer to Anita's intriguing history. Her presence extended beyond the stage, as she played a significant role in the Battle of Shiloh and the Seven Days Battle, as documented in Monitor & Merrimac / Elson records. Anita Elson's legacy continues to inspire and captivate, leaving us with a lasting impression on the world of theatre and history.