Mary Russell, Duchess of Bedford
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For other people named Mary Russell, see Mary Russell (disambiguation).
Mary Du Caurroy Russell, Duchess of Bedford, DBE, ARRC, DStJ, FLS (née Tribe; 26 September 1865 – ca. 22 March 1937) was a British aviator and ornithologist.[1] She was honoured for her work in founding hospitals and working in them during the First World War. She later financed and took part in record breaking flights to Karachi and Cape Town.
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The Duchess of Bedford | |
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Born | Mary Du Caurroy Tribe (1865-09-26)26 September 1865 Stockbridge, Hampshire, England |
Died | 22 March 1937(1937-03-22) (aged 71) |
Occupation(s) | Aviator, ornithologist |
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Children | Hastings Russell, 12th Duke of Bedford |
Parent(s) | Walter Harry Tribe and Sophy Lander |
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