High Style in the Gilded Age: Ruth Wales DuPont
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3 жыл бұрынThe ninth lecture on women of the Gilded Age in Southampton will be all about Ruth Wales DuPont who was born into a wealthy family and married into an even wealthier clan. Her grandfather, Salem H. Wales, was an imposing personage in New York and on the shores of Lake Agawam. Her uncle would be the future Secretary of State and Nobel winner Elihu Root, also prominent among Southampton summer colonists. All are amazed when Ruth married the socially awkward Henry Francis du Pont, but today he is remembered fondly in Southampton while the others are nearly forgotten.
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@doreendaykin6693 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this presentation immensely! Gratitude!
@trishradloff8817 2 жыл бұрын
So very interesting and really enjoyable. Thank you.
@mzjamm2 2 жыл бұрын
This was so fascinating and a part of my childhood. In the 1960's my father, through his uncle in law did construction and masonry work. My father talked about him all the time because he actually worked with Henry Francis through my uncle construction company with stone work. I know at least once he traveled to take apart a house that Henry Francis wanted to use. This was so exciting to listen hear!!!
@collagenbabe8173 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing. Wonderful.
@colinhalliley111 2 жыл бұрын
I never knew , other than the historical societies that helped Mrs. Kennedy , that Mr.Dupont was so involved in the Whitehouse being refurbished. It was quite an undertaking as original pieces were taken upon many Presidents leaving office. Jackie was a breath of class and manners . She brought such style to the position of First Lady . She came from the Duponts social strata so their teaming up was natural I'm sure. Lovely presentation, thank you !
@tomedmonds6920 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your comments.
@mollypitcher9380 2 жыл бұрын
I love hearing about the Gilded Age and this presenter was very knowledgeable in fully explaining Wales DuPont’s life. Now I have to watch her other videos on the subject. Thank you!
@tomedmonds6920 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the lecture.
@totallydomestic433 2 жыл бұрын
Finally someone with a happy marriage and great family life!
@GHam-ll6sd 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this in-depth, fascinating history! So sorry to learn that the Chesterton House is gone, though sadly - not surprised.
@tomedmonds6920 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment. Yes, it is sad.
@patty4709 3 жыл бұрын
My grandfather’s ancestry came from Wales. His surname was Price. I wonder if we might be related to some of the royals. Lol
@patty4709 3 жыл бұрын
Have any of the Royal submitted their DNA to Ancestry? If not, they should as I find from my own DNA, I have DNA connections to almost every part of Europe. English, Irish, Scottish, Sweden, etc etc
@cindydufala7646 2 жыл бұрын
DNA testimg is for the serfs. To determine who is essential. Or not by greedy bloodlines causing wars pillaging lands water, ruling earth.
@myreewilliams8238 2 жыл бұрын
@@cindydufala7646 DuPont is a part of the 13 Families, they don't sound like very happy people. Anderson Cooper mother / Gloria Vanderbilt.
@genevievevitale8141 2 жыл бұрын
It's called 6 degrees of separation. We are all related. Who cares
@Engelhafen 3 жыл бұрын
Why is an Austrian ball at the Hofburg pictured here?
@tomedmonds6920 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for noticing. It was a substitute image for one we couldn't find.
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