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  1. Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire - Wikipedia

    Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (née Spencer; / dʒɔːrˈdʒeɪnə / jor-JAY-nə; 7 June 1757 – 30 March 1806), was an English aristocrat, socialite, political organiser, author, and activist.

  2. Georgiana Devonshire (nee Spencer), Duchess of Devonshire (1757 …

    Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, was a writer, political agitator and amateur diplomat, keen musician and traveller, mineralogist and forward-thinking parent. Read more about her life and …

  3. Georgiana Spencer: The True Story of the Real Duchess of Devonshire

    Sep 7, 2024 · Explore the real life of Georgiana Spencer, beyond 'The Duchess' film. Discover the complex truth about this 18th-century English noblewoman, her unconventional marriage, and her …

  4. Georgiana: Duchess of Devonshire by Amanda Foreman | Goodreads

    Lady Georgiana Spencer was the great-great-great-great-aunt of Diana, Princess of Wales, and was nearly as famous in her day. In 1774, at the age of seventeen, Georgiana achieved immediate …

  5. Georgiana (Spencer) Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire

    Georgiana was just sixteen when she married him on June 5, 1774. As Duchess of Devonshire, she assumed daunting political, social, and cultural responsibilities for which her youth ill-equipped her.

  6. Georgiana - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

    5 days ago · Georgiana is a girl's name of English origin meaning "farmer". Georgiana is the 895 ranked female name by popularity.

  7. Blog | Regency History

    Oct 13, 2012 · Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (7 June 1757 - 30 March 1806), was a leading member of late Georgian society, famous for her extrovert personality, her extravagant …

  8. Meaning, origin and history of the name Georgiana

    Dec 1, 2024 · Feminine form of George. This form of the name has been in use in the English-speaking world since the 18th century.

  9. Extravagant Facts About Georgiana Cavendish, The 18th ... - Factinate

    Famous for her iconic hair styles, lavish soirées, and political activism, Georgiana Cavendish was the toast of the town. But as the high society beauty struggled with her cruel husband, illicit affairs, and …

  10. 1031) Georgiana Cavendish – The Exasperated Historian

    Georgiana, or Gee to her close friends, is best remembered for her incredible fashion sense and her keen mind for politics.