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Millicent, Duchess of Sutherland by Madame Yevonde
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Millicent, Duchess of Sutherland by Madame Yevonde
Millicent Fanny Sutherland-Leveson Gower- [n饠 Millicent Fanny St Clair-Erskine], duchess of Sutherland ), society hostess and social reformer, featured in the Tatler magazine in 1918 who speak of her work running a Red Cross hospital during the war. The Duchess was the widow of the 4th Duke by this time and had remarried in 1914 to Lieut.-Colonel P. D. Fitzgerald of the 11th Hussars Date: 1918
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Millicent, Duchess of Sutherland: A Pensive Portrait of a Society Hostess and Social Reformer Amidst the Turmoil of the First World War Millicent Fanny Sutherland-Leveson Gower (1867-1955), the Duchess of Sutherland, is depicted in this thoughtful and poised portrait by Madame Yevonde, taken in 1918. By this time, the Duchess had experienced significant personal and public transformations. Widowed from the 4th Duke of Sutherland, she had remarried in 1914 to Lieutenant-Colonel P. D. Fitzgerald of the 11th Hussars. Amidst the chaos and devastation of the First World War, the Duchess dedicated herself to the service of her country and her fellow citizens. She became an active and tireless worker for the Red Cross, overseeing the operation of a hospital in London. Her compassionate and selfless efforts were widely recognized, and she was featured in the Tatler magazine in 1918, showcasing her dedication to the cause. The Duchess's upper-class background and aristocratic pedigree (she was the daughter of the 6th Earl of Rosslyn and Lady Evelyn Erskine) did not deter her from rolling up her sleeves and getting involved in the gritty work of nursing. Her pensive expression in this portrait speaks volumes about her inner strength and resilience in the face of adversity. The Duchess's work with the Red Cross hospital was just one of many ways in which she defied societal expectations and used her privileged position to make a difference in the world. Her legacy as a social reformer and a compassionate leader continues to inspire us today, reminding us that no matter our background or circumstances, we all have the power to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
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