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Freda Dudley Ward, WW1
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Freda Dudley Ward, WW1
Mrs W. Dudley Ward, wife of the lieutenant commander in teh R.N.R. and M.P. for Southampton. WINIFRED FREDA DUDLEY WARD, NEE BIRKIN (1894-1983) was the mistress of the Duke of Windsor when he was Prince of Wales and widely acknowledged as his first great love. She divorced her first husband and married Pedro, Marquess de Casa Maury. Date: 1916
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"This portrait captures the enigmatic charm of Winifred Freda Dudley Ward (1894-1983), a woman who once held the heart of the Prince of Wales, later known as King Edward VIII and the Duke of Windsor. In this photograph, taken in 1916, Freda is depicted as a young and elegant woman, dressed in the height of fashionable attire. At the time, she was married to Lieutenant Commander William Dudley Ward, an R.N.R officer and M.P. for Southampton. However, the true nature of Freda's relationship with the Prince of Wales was far more complex. Winifred, also known as Freda Birkin before her marriage, was the Prince's first great love. Their affair began in the early 1920s and continued for several years, causing a scandal in the British royal family and society. Freda's allure and charisma were unmatched, and she was widely acknowledged as the Prince's mistress. Despite the controversy, Freda went on to marry Pedro, Marquess de Casa Maury in 1924, and the couple lived a lavish life in Europe. Freda's relationship with the Prince of Wales is an intriguing chapter in the history of the British monarchy, and this portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a woman who captivated one of the most powerful men in the world during a time of great change." This photograph is a captivating reminder of the complexities of history and the enduring power of human connection. Winifred Freda Dudley Ward's story is a testament to the intrigue and allure of the past, and this portrait offers a window into a time when the personal lives of the royal family were the subject of intense public scrutiny.
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