Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough
Search results
Abigail Masham, Baroness Masham (née Hill; c. 1670 – 6 December 1734), was an English courtier. She was a favourite of Queen Anne, and a cousin of Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough . Life. Early life. Abigail Hill was the daughter of Francis Hill, a London merchant, and Elizabeth Hill (née Jennings).
Died: Dec. 6, 1734. Abigail Masham, Baroness Masham of Otes (died Dec. 6, 1734) was a favorite of Queen Anne of England. That she turned against both her patrons—Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough, and Robert Harley, Earl of Oxford—has led historians to speak harshly of her, but Jonathan Swift, who knew her intimately, spoke highly of ...
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
People also ask
Who is Abigail Masham?
Who was Baroness Masham?
Why did Abigail marry Samuel Masham?
What happened to Lady Masham in 1714?
Quick Facts. Also Known As: Abigail Hill. Died At Age: 64. Family: Spouse/Ex-: 1st Baron Masham, Samuel Masham. father: Francis Hil. mother: Elizabeth Jennings. Born Country: England. Noblewomen British Women. Died on: December 6, 1734. City: London, England. Recommended Lists: British People. British Noblewomen. Women Historical Personalities.
Jan 9, 2019 · Abigail Masham, Baroness Masham Abigail Masham (1670–1734) (played by Emma Stone) was first cousin to Lady Sarah, and unexpectedly became one of Queen Anne’s favourites at court. When Abigail became Lady of the Bedchamber, Lady Sarah became wildly jealous, something which apparently amused Anne greatly.
13 March 2023. By Christy Cooney,BBC News. UK Parliament. Baroness Masham, a Paralympian and the longest-serving female member of the House of Lords ever, has died aged 87. Lady Masham won...
Abigail Masham, Baroness Masham (née Hill; c. 1670 – 6 December 1734), was an English courtier. She was a favourite of Queen Anne, and a cousin of Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough. This article includes a list of general references, but it lacks sufficient corresponding inline citations. (May 2016)
Mar 14, 2023 · News UK UK Politics. Baroness Masham, Paralympian and longest-serving female member of House of Lords, dies. The Spinal Injuries Association charity, which she founded, said she died peacefully...
