John Profumo at a nightclub, 1934
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John Profumo at a nightclub, 1934
John Dennis Profumo (1915 - 2006) British conservative politician pictured here as a young man at the opening night of Punchs Club at the Dorchester in October 1934. He is pictured to the left of the picture and noted as Jack Profumo. Next to him is Miss Jeanne Stourton, the Misses Profumo and the Earl of Mornington, son of the Duke and Duchess of Wellington. Date: 1934
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Conservative Dorchester Jeanne Mornington Opening Politicians Profumo Scandal Stourton
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from 1934, a young and dapper John Dennis Profumo (1915-2006) is seen gracing the opening night of Punch's Club at the Dorchester. Profumo, who would later become a prominent British Conservative politician, is noted as "Jack Profumo" in the image, and he is positioned to the left of the picture. Surrounding Jack is a glittering cast of high society figures. Miss Jeanne Stourton, an elegant young woman, stands next to him, her radiant smile reflecting the excitement of the evening. The Misses Profumo, unidentified in the image, add to the air of opulence and glamour. The Earl of Mornington, the son of the Duke and Duchess of Wellington, is also present, adding an extra layer of aristocratic allure to the gathering. The group is gathered for an evening of celebration and merriment, their youthful energy palpable in the image. This photograph captures a moment in time, before the political scandals that would later engulf Profumo's life. The image serves as a reminder of the young man he once was, before the headlines and the controversy. The opening of Punch's Club at the Dorchester in 1934 marked the beginning of an era of glamour and sophistication, and this photograph encapsulates the spirit of the occasion. The Dorchester, a grand and iconic London hotel, played host to many such events during the interwar period, and this image offers a glimpse into the world of young British society during that time. The elegance and charm of the era are on full display in this photograph, making it a fascinating and intriguing piece of social history.
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