4th Earl Dunraven - 3
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4th Earl Dunraven - 3
WYNDHAM THOMAS WYNDHAM-QUIN, fourth earl of DUNRAVEN (until 1871 Lord Adare) M.P. yachtsman, associated with the medium D D Home. Date: 1841 - 1926
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1841 1871 Adare Dunraven Fourth Medium Quin Wyndham Yachtsman 1926
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4th Earl Dunraven, Wyndham Thomas Wyndham-Quin (1841-1926), was a prominent figure in Victorian society as a peer, Member of Parliament (MP), yachtsman, and an associate of the medium Daniel D. Home. Born on May 2, 1841, as Lord Adare, he became the 4th Earl of Dunraven in 1871. This evocative photograph captures the earl in the prime of his life, with a confident and determined expression. Dressed in a formal suit and wearing a bowler hat, he exudes an air of sophistication and wealth. The background of the image is blurred, drawing the viewer's focus to the earl himself. Dunraven's association with Daniel D. Home, a famous Scottish medium, is an intriguing aspect of his life. Home gained widespread fame in the 1860s for his alleged psychic abilities, and the earl became one of his most prominent supporters. They met in 1868, and the earl helped Home to establish a spiritualist church in London. As a yachtsman, Dunraven was also known for his impressive sailing skills. He was a member of the Royal Yacht Squadron and competed in several regattas. In 1875, he won the prestigious Cowes Regatta with his yacht "Lady Anne." Dunraven's political career began in 1868 when he was elected as the Conservative MP for Limerick City. He held this position until 1880. In 1871, he succeeded to the earldom and took his seat in the House of Lords. Despite his many accomplishments, Dunraven's life was not without controversy. In 1886, he was involved in a scandal involving the theft of the famous "Dunraven Hoard" of silver and gold from an Egyptian tomb. He was eventually cleared of any wrongdoing, but the scandal tarnished his reputation. This photograph is a rare glimpse into the life of a complex and intriguing historical figure. The 4th Earl Dunraven's story is one of wealth, power, scandal, and the supernatural, making it a fascinating subject for historical research and study.
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