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Maxine Elliott as Britannia, WW1
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Maxine Elliott as Britannia, WW1
Maxine Elliott (1868 - 1940), American actress, reputed lover of J. P. Morgan and later, the New Zealand tennis player, Anthony Wilding who was killed in 1915. Pictured in costume, impersonating Britannia at the Great Liberty Loan Tableaux, staged in New York and featuring a number of well-known actresses including Irene Castle, Ethel Barrymore and Billie Burke. The tableaux was arranged by the American artist, Ben Ali Haggin. Date: 1918
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Maxine Elliott, the renowned American actress, is depicted in this striking photograph as the symbolic figure of Britannia during the Great Liberty Loan Tableaux of 1918. The event, which took place in New York City, was an ambitious fundraising effort aimed at raising support and funds for the American war effort during World War I. The tableaux featured a number of prominent actresses of the time, including Irene Castle, Ethel Barrymore, and Billie Burke, each embodying a national symbol to encourage patriotism and unity. Maxine Elliott's portrayal of Britannia, the goddess of Britain and the personification of the British Empire, was a powerful and poignant representation of the collective spirit of the nation during a time of great turmoil and uncertainty. Elliott, who was known for her captivating stage presence and magnetic charm, brought an undeniable allure to the role, making it a memorable and inspiring moment for the audience. Maxine Elliott's personal life was as intriguing as her stage career. She was rumored to have been the lover of J.P. Morgan, the powerful American financier, and later, the New Zealand tennis player, Anthony Wilding, who was tragically killed in action during the war in 1915. These romantic entanglements only added to her mystique and allure, making her an even more intriguing figure in the world of theater and society. The Great Liberty Loan Tableaux was a testament to the power of art and performance in inspiring and uniting a nation during a time of war. Maxine Elliott's portrayal of Britannia is a powerful reminder of the enduring symbolism of the goddess and the importance of unity and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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