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Mrs Helen Wills Moody (right) the American tennis champion
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Mrs Helen Wills Moody (right) the American tennis champion
1127158 Mrs Helen Wills Moody (right) the American tennis champion, meets the Duchess of York at the All-England Club at Wimbledon during the Lawn Tennis Championship in 1935 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (1900-2002) was the wife of King George VI and the mother of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon. She was queen consort of the United Kingdom from her husbands accession in 1936 until his death in 1952, after which she was known as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
Helen Newington Wills (1905-98), also known as Helen Wills Moody and Helen Wills Roark, was an American tennis player.); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
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© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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In this photograph, we witness a historic meeting between two influential women from different worlds. Mrs Helen Wills Moody, the esteemed American tennis champion, stands on the right side of the frame exuding grace and confidence. Her poised demeanor is matched by her counterpart, the Duchess of York, who radiates regal elegance. Taken during the Lawn Tennis Championship at Wimbledon in 1935, this image captures a moment that transcends sports and enters into the realm of royalty. The Duchess of York was none other than Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, wife of King George VI and mother to Queen Elizabeth II. As queen consort during her husband's reign from 1936 to 1952, she would later be known as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Helen Newington Wills Moody was not only an exceptional athlete but also a trailblazer for women in sports. With her tennis racket firmly in hand, she symbolizes female empowerment and determination. The setting for this encounter is none other than the prestigious All-England Club at Wimbledon - a venue steeped in tradition and synonymous with excellence in tennis. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to both these extraordinary women who left an indelible mark on their respective fields - one through athletic prowess and the other through royal lineage. It encapsulates a unique intersection between sportswoman and ruler; capturing a moment where talent meets nobility against London's backdrop.
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