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The Duke of Edinburghs stag night, Menu - the menu shows the Dukes Signature too
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The Duke of Edinburghs stag night, Menu - the menu shows the Dukes Signature too
The Duke of Edinburghs stag night, Menu - the menu shows the Dukes Signature too.
Prince Philips stag night was a private dinner the groom enjoyed a few days earlier with some of his closest friends.
Now, however, a menu and seating plan from the event, at the Belfry Club on November 14, has revealed how Philip Mountbatten, then 26, celebrated one of his last nights as a bachelor.
The menu, illustrated by artist Feliks Topolski, who was a guest, is entitled " Dinner to Distant Country Member Lieut. Philip Mountbatten, Royal Navy, who is to be married on 20th November 1947". It shows the 25 men present dined on foie gras, turtle soup, mixed grill and crepes suzette.
Guests included society snapper Baron Nahum, the Marquess of Milford Haven - best man at the wedding - journalist Philip Youngman Carter, who became editor of Tatler and painter Vasco Lazzolo.
The Belfry menu also features a verse by Dr Samuel Johnson about marriage: " Marriage is the best state for a man in general; and every man is a worse man in proportion as he is unfit for the married state..."
Ian Vogler
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The Duke of Edinburgh's stag night captured in a nostalgic photo print, takes us back to a bygone era of celebration and camaraderie. This rare glimpse into Prince Philip's pre-wedding festivities reveals an intimate gathering of his closest friends at the esteemed Belfry Club on November 14,1947. The menu, adorned with the Duke's signature, showcases an exquisite culinary experience curated for this special occasion. Illustrated by renowned artist Feliks Topolski, it bears the title "Dinner to Distant Country Member Lieut. Philip Mountbatten, Royal Navy" commemorating his imminent marriage on November 20th. Amongst the distinguished guests were society snapper Baron Nahum and best man Marquess of Milford Haven. Notable figures such as journalist Philip Youngman Carter and painter Vasco Lazzolo also graced this memorable evening. As we peruse through the delicacies enjoyed that night - foie gras, turtle soup, mixed grill, and crepes suzette - we can almost taste the flavors that accompanied their laughter-filled conversations and heartfelt toasts. This photograph not only captures a momentous event but also offers insight into Prince Philip's character before he embarked on his lifelong journey alongside Queen Elizabeth II. It reminds us that even those destined for greatness cherish moments of friendship and revelry before embracing their noble responsibilities. Preserved through time by Ian Vogler from Memory Lane Prints, this image transports us back to an era where tradition intertwined with joyous anticipation.
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