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The 9th Duke of Manchester dressed up as a bar tender
Front cover of The Sketch magazine featuring a photograph of William Montague ( Kim ), 9th Duke of Manchester. Pictured at the age of 22 masquerading as an American bartender at a Charing Cross Hospital Bazaar held at the Albert Hall. Date: 1899
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Front Cover of The Sketch Magazine: A Surprising Sight of the 9th Duke of Manchester in Disguise at the Charing Cross Hospital Bazaar, 1899 This front cover image from The Sketch magazine, dated 1899, features the 9th Duke of Manchester, William Montagu, dressed in an unexpected attire for an aristocrat of his stature. At the young age of 22, the Duke donned the disguise of an American bartender, adding an element of surprise and intrigue to the Charing Cross Hospital Bazaar held at the prestigious Albert Hall. The Duke's daring decision to masquerade as a bartender was a testament to the playful spirit of the time, where the upper class often engaged in fancy dress events to escape the rigid conventions of society. The photograph, taken in the late 19th century, offers a glimpse into the lighter side of aristocratic life and the freedom that came with being part of the elite. The Duke's costume, complete with a red waistcoat, striped shirt, and a towering fez, stands out against the elegant backdrop of the Albert Hall. The image, published on the front cover of The Sketch magazine, would have caused quite a stir among the society pages, showcasing the Duke's sense of humor and willingness to break the mold. This photograph is a fascinating reminder of the past, when the aristocracy embraced the unexpected and the unconventional, and the Duke of Manchester's disguise as a bartender remains a charming anecdote in the annals of history.
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