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Duchess of York and Sir James Barrie - Theatre Royal
Duchess of York and Sir James Barrie at a performance of " What Every Woman Knows" at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket, London in aid of the funds of TocH. The Duchess has just been presented with a bouquet by the little girl (foreground). Toc H is an international Christian movement. The name is an abbreviation for Talbot House, Toc signifying the letter T in the signals spelling alphabet used by the British Army in World War I. Date: 1930
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In this photograph, the Duchess of York, later Queen Elizabeth, the Mother of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, is seen gracing the Theatre Royal, Haymarket in London, during a performance of "What Every Woman Knows" in November 1930. The Duchess, dressed elegantly in a long, flowing gown, is presented with a beautiful bouquet of flowers by a young girl in the foreground. The occasion was in aid of the funds of TocH, an international Christian movement whose name is derived from Talbot House. TocH was established during World War I as a place of rest and recreation for soldiers, with the letter T in the signals spelling alphabet used by the British Army representing the name. The Duchess's presence at the event underscores her commitment to charitable causes and her role as a patron of various organizations. Sir James Barrie, the renowned Scottish playwright and novelist, is also seen in the photograph, standing to the right of the Duchess. Barrie, who wrote the play "What Every Woman Knows," was a close friend of the Duchess and was known for his support of military charities. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of history, as the future Queen Elizabeth, then the Duchess of York, interacts with the young girl and supports a worthy cause. The image is a reminder of the enduring power of the arts to bring people together and make a difference in the world. The 1930s, a decade marked by economic hardship and social change, saw the Duchess and other members of the British royal family actively engaging with their communities and using their influence to support charitable causes. This photograph is a testament to that legacy and a reminder of the important role that charitable organizations continue to play in our society today.
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