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Mary Isabella Somerset, Duchess of Rutland


(b. Aug. 1, 1756, Badminton, Gloucestershire – d. Sept. 2, 1831, London, England )

Gender: F

Mary Isabella Somerset (1756-1831) was the daughter of Charles Somerset, 4th Duke of Beaufort, and was a celebrated beauty. In 1775 she married Charles Manners (1754-1787) 4th Duke of Rutland, and they had six children. She was a prominent society hostess.

Also known as:

  • Duchess of Rutland
  • Mary Isabella Somerset


Mentioned in 3 letters



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