JOURNAL ARTICLE

Gleanings from the Waring of Lennel papers.

  • Published In: History Scotland Magazine, 2024, v. 24, n. 3. P. 58 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MacKenzie, George 3 of 3

Abstract

The Waring of Lennel papers, recently discovered, shed light on a tragic love story during the Boer War. The letters exchanged between Lady Clementine Waring and young soldiers reveal a shift from friendship to romance. Despite societal pressures and financial considerations, Lady Clementine married Walter Waring instead of her correspondent, Ian Maitland. The article also mentions Lady Clementine's involvement in World War I and her friendship with Siegfried Sassoon. Ian's letters provide insights into his experiences as a soldier in South Africa, including military campaigns and encounters with the Boers. The text concludes with Ian's declining health and eventual death, leaving behind a tale of unrequited love. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Scotland Magazine. 2024/06, Vol. 24, Issue 3, p58
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1475-5270
  • Accession Number:177371704
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