Captain Lord Claud Hamilton DSO, WW1
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Captain Lord Claud Hamilton DSO, WW1
Captain Lord Claud Nigel Hamilton DSO (1889-1975), British soldier during the First World War, and later Equerry to Edward, Prince of Wales. Date: circa 1910s
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Claud Courtier Equerry Hamilton Nigel Silhouettes
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This black and white silhouette portrays Captain Lord Claud Nigel Hamilton DSO (1889-1975), a gallant British soldier during the First World War and a distinguished courtier in the 1910s. Born into the noble Hamilton family, Lord Claud Hamilton joined the ranks of the British Army and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for his valiant service in the trenches. As the First World War came to an end, Lord Claud Hamilton transitioned from military life to become Equerry to Edward, Prince of Wales. In this role, he served as a trusted advisor and confidant to the future King Edward VIII. The Prince of Wales was known for his charisma and love of the arts, and Lord Claud Hamilton's keen intellect and refined manners made him an ideal companion. This evocative silhouette, captured in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who straddled two worlds: that of the battlefield warrior and that of the courtier and confidant. Lord Claud Hamilton's military career and his later role at the court of the Prince of Wales are testament to his versatility and dedication to duty. The image serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when men like Lord Claud Hamilton played pivotal roles in shaping the course of history.
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