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Lady Drogheda as a plough girl, World War One

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Lady Drogheda as a plough girl, World War One

Lady Drogheda, formerly Kathleen Burn, dressed in a pictureseque dress to plough a field. The Countess of Drogheda, born Kathleen Moore Pelham Burn married the 10th Earl of Drogheda in 1909 and divorced him in 1922 to marry Guillemo Delanda a polo player. A keen sportswoman she played tennis at Wimbledon, learnt to fly and worked helping refugees during the First World War. She was by all accounts an indomitable woman of fortitude and The Bystander comments how she has having a complete change from the flying overalls she recently wore so becomingly. Date: 1918

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10th Agriculture Aristocracy Aristocrat Aristocrats Aviatrix Burn Countess Drawn Drogheda Kathleen Madame Moore Pelham Plough Ploughing Sportswoman Landa Pictureseque


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A Striking Contrast: Lady Drogheda's Transformation from Aristocratic Aviatrix to Plough Girl during World War One This photograph captures Lady Drogheda, formerly Kathleen Burn, in a picturesque moment as she ploughs a field with the help of a horse-drawn plough. Born Kathleen Moore Pelham Burn, she married the 10th Earl of Drogheda in 1909 but divorced him in 1922 to marry Guillemo Delanda, a polo player. Lady Drogheda was known for her indomitable spirit and her love for sports. She showcased her athleticism on the tennis courts at Wimbledon and even learned to fly. However, during the tumultuous period of World War One, Lady Drogheda put aside her flying overalls and donned this simple yet elegant dress to contribute to the war effort in a different way. Agriculture became a vital sector during the war, and many women, including aristocrats, took up the challenge to help keep the land productive. The Bystander, a renowned British weekly magazine, commented on Lady Drogheda's transformation, praising her for her adaptability and dedication to the cause. This image stands as a testament to the resilience and versatility of women during the First World War, particularly those from the aristocracy who defied societal norms and expectations to make a difference. Date: 1918

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