Vintage Socialite Gatherings

Black and white photos capturing the elegance of socialites at high-profile events, featuring historical fashion and settings that evoke nostalgia.

Duke & Duchess Of Windsor Scenes 1940-41. April 19, 1941. (Photo by ACME Newspictures Inc.)

Anefo photo collection. Gina Lolobrigida in Amsterdam, world premiere. October 21, 1955. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

05/15/1935. Princess Barbara Hutton, Heiress to the Woolworth Millions, Heading to the Dining Room of the Hotel Where She Stays, to Meet Her Husband, Count Reventlow, Whom She Married After Her Divorce from Prince Mdivani.

Sweden's Ambassador Goes to Palace Ball: The Swedish Ambassador, M. Gunnar Hagglof, and his wife, leave their London residence to attend the Diplomats' Ball given by the King and Queen at Buckingham Palace. Mme. Hagglof wears a white and emerald dress - from Paris -made of frosty white net, with pearls scattered over the full skirt. February 23, 1951.

Diana & Sister Fuller - Virginia - Sydney Social (1955). August 28, 1955.

Princess Goes To Embassy Restaurant Party. Princess Elisabeth, wearing black and silver evening gown with white furs and bag to match, arriving at the Tour d'Argent Restaurant overlooking the back of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Seine, for a dinner party. Three-quarters of the accommodation was reserved by the British Embassy. Before dining in the place of honour on the sixth floor, the Princess and the Duke of Edinburgh went down to the ancient cellars for aperitifs. May 18, 1948.

The First Sea Lord Holds Hands - Earl Mountbatten, first Sea Lord, and Lady Mountbatten hold hands as they arrive tonight at the empire theatre, Leicester Square, to attend the premiere of the film "Cockleshell Heros."The Duke of Edinburgh, who is Captain-General of the Royal Marines, also attended the premiere. The film, which stars Joes Ferrer and Trevor Howard, deals with the War-Time exploits of the Royal Marines. November 16, 1955. (Photo by Paul Popper, Paul Popper Ltd.).

Dinner Partner of US Senator T. Green favors a long-sleeved, peplum-draped gown from black lame. April 22, 1947.

Duke & Duchess Of Windsor Scenes 1940-41. April 19, 1941. (Photo by ACME Newspictures Inc.)

First Night Of "Relative Valuest" -- Princess Margaret leaving the Savoy Theatre tonight in the picture with her is Noel Coward. November 28, 1951. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture).

Warm Welcome -- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother enjoys the enthusiasm of four-year-old Francesca Wynne-Roberts curry on her Majesty's arrival to open the Royal academy of dramatic art's new Theatre in London last Night December 2.The Queen Mother laid the foundation stone of the new Theatre named "The Vanbrugh" after Irene and violet Vanbrugh", Two years ago. The old Theatre was destroyed by a land mine in 1941. (Land Mine - A "bomb" floated down by Parachute).Francesca is the daughter of actress Joyce Redman.At right is Sir Kenneth Barnes, Principal of the R.A.D.A. December 03, 1953. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Princess Alice the Earl of Athlone receive the guests. Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone and Major-General the Earl of Athlone were guests of honour at the annual dinner at the Dorchester Hotel, London, this evening of the British Schools Exploring Society. Major General Sir Frederick Sykes was in the chair. January 12, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture)

Anefo photo collection. Grand Gala du Disque in Concertgebouw. Presentation of Edisons. Josephine Baker and Lia Dorana. October 4, 1964. Amsterdam

Sydney Symphony Orchestra conductor Eugene Goossens and his wife at the opening of The Guardsmen last night. Mrs. Goossens beautiful American copy of a Dior style was in natural Surah with dahlia pattern impressed into the material. December 04, 1952.

Mary Churchill's Wedding -- Mr. Winston Churchill and his daughter, Mary, leaving their home in Hyde Park Gate for St. Margaret's to-day, Tuesday. Miss Mary Churchill, youngest daughter of Mr.Winston Churchill and Mrs. Churchill, of Chartwell, Westerham, Kent, was married to-day, Tuesday, to Captain Christopher Soames, the Coldstream Guards, at St. Margaret's Westminster. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a classic wedding dress of white slipper satin, the full skirt cut one with the train. Her crown of orange blossom was matched by an orange blossom bouquet. February 11, 1947.

Mrs Elizabeth Arden Graham & Count Ferdinando Sarmi at the opening of Metropolitan Opera. November 13, 1951.

Anefo photo collection. Government dinner for wedding couple Margriet and Pieter van Vollenhoven in Leidense Lakenhal, Princess Beatrix and Prince Claus. January 4, 1967. Leiden, South Holland

Opera At Covent Garden... Kirsten Flagstad the famous Norwegian Soprano arriving with Mr. David Webster (General Administrator of Covent Garden). June 8, 1950. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture).

Curtsy went too far. When seven-year-old Victoria Hutchinson presented a bouquet to the Queen at the Odeon Theatre, London, the worst happened - Victoria found herself sitting on the floor at the crucial moment. November 27, 1949. (Photo by The Associated Press Ltd.)

First Night -- Sadler's Wells ballerina, Margot Fonteyn and choreographer Frederick Ashton chat together during the first interval at the Royal House, Covent Garden.They were among the audience for the opening of the Royal Danish Ballet Company's first London season. August 11, 1953. (Photo by Evening Standard Picture)

Dinner in honor of Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ), Speaker of the House John W. McCormack, Chief Justice Earl Warren, 8:00PM. President John F. Kennedy (right) greets unidentified guests at a dinner in honor of Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives John W. McCormack, and Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren. Deputy Attorney General Byron White stands at far left, facing the camera; musicians perform in the background. Cross Hall, White House, Washington, D.C.

Ball at Albert Hall, London. The Duchess of Kent dances with the Duke of Norfolk at the Coronation Ball at the Albert Hall this evening. May 27, 1953.

Princes Goes to the Royal Institution:Princess Elizabeth photographed during the course of her visit last night to the Royal Institution London where she heard a lecture on "The Nature of Light". The princess who was elected a member last year, is seen with Lord Brabazon of Tara, President of the Royal Institution. October 2, 1951.

Anefo photo collection. Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard live in the Kurhaus a gala concert by the Royal Netherlands Air Force Chapel. Queen Juliana and Lieutenant General H.P. Soul studio. June 20, 1963. The Hague, South Holland

Mrs. Colin Millson, Aage Thaarup, Mrs. Colin Bednall. April 14, 1952. (Photo by David R. Jones).

The Queen Attends State Ball in Malta. The Queen arrives, splendid in her shimmering pale blue gown, for the Governor's ball at Valletta. May 6, 1954. (Photo by Paul Popper Ltd.).

Supper Dance -- Sir David and Lady Eccles arrive for a private super dance given by Mrs. Winthrop Aldrich. July 14, 1953. (Photo by Evening Standard Picture).

Arriving For A Party -- Mrs. Winthrop Aldrich, wife of the U.S. Ambassador gave a dinner party last night at her London home to meet here niece, Miss Sylvia Whitehouse. Seen arriving for the Party are Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Fairbanks - "Old New York ***** of Miss Whitehouse. October 22, 1953. (Photo by Evening Standing Picture).

Premier Of New Chaplin Film -- After the Premiere Princess Margaret meets the stars of the film Charlie Chaplin and Claire bloom. Claire had made a dash from the old Vic, where she was playing Juliet in "Romeo And Juliet" to meet the Princess.Large crowds thronged the pavements outside the co eon, Leicester square, London, tonight to watch the guests arriving for the premiere of the new Chaplin film, "Limelight". October 16, 1952. (Photo by Paul Popper, Paul Popper Ltd.).

Gary Cooper, Veronica Cooper and Maria Cooper Shaking Hands With Princess Margaret, Premiere Of The Movie Cordura, Odeon Cinema, London, October 30, 1959.

Anefo photo collection. During a party evening in the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Arrival of Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard. April 30, 1962. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Lilla brignone, 1960

Royal Wedding (Third of Eleven)French Count De Bizi, One of the many titled guests, has a courtly kiss for Princess Marie De Bourbon Parma, sister of Maria Pia's father, Ex-King Umberto II of Italy. Guests were entertained at a Lobster dinner on the eve of the wedding. February 25, 1955. (Photo by United Press).

H.M. The Queen Attends Gala Performance of Markova - Dolin Festival Ballet -- H.M. the Queen on her arrival with H.H. Princess Marie Louise, President of the Three Arts Club. H.M. the Queen this evening (Monday) attended the special performance of the Markova Dolin Festival Ballet at the Stoll Theatre, Kingsway, London, and Her Majesty was accompanied by Princess Mary. Princess Marie Louise, President of the Three Arts Club received her Majesty on arriving at the Theatre. November 27, 1950. (Photo by Fox Photos).

Eva Braun's Photo Albums, ca. 1913 - ca. 1944. These albums are attributed to Eva Braun (four are claimed by her friend Herta Schneider, nee Ostermeyer) and document her life from ca. 1913 to 1944. There are many photographs of Eva, her sisters and their children, Herta Schneider and her children, as well as photographs of Eva's vacations, family members and friends. Included also are photographs taken by and of Eva Braun at Hitler's chalet Berghof (or Kehlstein), photographs of Hitler and his entourage, visitors to Berghof and the scenery around Berchtesgaden, and some studio portraits of Eva and members of her family.

Singer Jane Froman and bridegroom John Curtis Burn, Pan American Airways pilot just before they were married here today. Burn saved Miss Froman's life in a plane crash in Lisbon five years ago. Actress Jane Froman, crippled in a plane crash in 1943, married pilot John Burn who saved her life. Burn's plane crashed killing 52. March 12, 1948. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Ball in aid of the Royal Academy of Dancing at Grosvenor house.Princess Marie Louise and Madame Adeline Genee after she had danced. July 5, 1939. (Photo by London News Agency Photos).

London Debut ***** Dietrich - Sir Lawrence and Lady Olivier, are seen arriving at the Cafe de Paris, London this evening, for the London debut of Marlene Dietrich. June 21, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture).

Duke and Duchess of Kent at Empire Ball - The Duke and Duchess of Kent reflected in one of the mirrors at the ball.The Duke and Duchess of Kent made their first public appearance of the king together last night when at midnight they attended the great Empire ball at Grosvenor House. June 12, 1935. (Photo by London News Agency Photos Ltd.).

Serena mary churchill russell and lord charles george spencer churchill at blenheim palace, twisting time 1962

Rome, 1/26/1938. Baptism of the future King Juan Carlos I. Queen Victoria Eugenia, with her godson in her arms. Don Juan (with his back turned) talks with Cardinal Pacelli (future Pius XII) who was the one who imposed baptism on him. In the background, Alfonso XIII.

At Monte Carlo - Seen dancing at the Bal de L'or (The Golden Ball) at the international Sporting Club, Monte Garlo (March 9th) are (centre) Sir Bernard Docker and Lady Docker. March 20, 1951. (Photo by Fox Photos).

Princess In Daisy Chains - A charming picture in a dress patterned with large daisy chains and a small cloche hat trimmed with large fan-shaped frills Princess Margaret is seen as she left Grosvenor House, London, this afternoon (Wednesday) after opening the Antique Dealers' Fair. June 10, 1953. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Anefo photo collection. Princess Beatrix and Prince Claus visit Bonn (BRD), visit Bonn. September 15, 1976. Bonn

Actor And Bride Come Down The Aisle -- Actor Peter Lawford, son of a British nobleman, and his bride, the former Patricia Kennedy, come down the aisle in St. Thomas More church following their wedding here today. The bride is the daughter of Joseph P. Kennedy, banker and former U.S. ambassador to Britain. Her brother, Sen. John F. Kennedy (D-Mass) was an usher at the wedding. April 24, 1954. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Queen Elizabeth II with Prime Ministers of the Commonwealth. 1952. She is shown here with Mr S. G. Holland (New Zealand), Sir Winston Churchill, Mr Robert Menzies (Australia) and Mir. St. Laurent (Canada).

Elsevier photo collection. visit Amsterdam, Queen Juliana Prince Bernhard lived company Princess Beatrix, gala performance Calderon "S" life dream "by Dutch comedy at. Prince Bernhard Princess Beatrix evening toilet. September 9, 1953. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Koningin Juliana visits Maastricht, Queen Juliana on arrival theater. 11 May 1967. Maastricht

Gary Cooper and Veronica Cooper, 30S.

Anefo photo collection. Gina Lolobrigida in Amsterdam, world premiere. October 21, 1955. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

*****Sir Lauronco Olivier chats with French ***** actresses Magali Vendeuil and Marine Carol, at the special performance of "Les Belles de Nuit" screened at the Bialto as part of the current French-film Festival and attended by the queen, Juke of Edinburgh and Princess Margaret.Martine is the star of the film. February 11, 1953.

Anefo photo collection. Gina Lolobrigida in Amsterdam, world premiere. October 21, 1955. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Regina Elisabetta II, Irene Papas and Anthony Quayle, 1961.

Socialites Aid Finnish Relief Drive.Mrs. John Hay (Jock) Whitney (Left), wife of the noted society pole player. and Mrs. Doris Duke Cromwell, Tobacco heiress and known as the "Richest Girl In The World." as they were pictured arriving at the Broadway Theatre here tonight where they attended the " Folies Bergere " preview for Finnish-American relief. The couple makes an interesting picture as they are couple in the glass on the right. December 23, 1939. (Photo by Wide World Photos).

Anefo photo collection. Visit President Tubman from Liberia. Visit Concertgebo Princess Beatrix and Mrs. Tubman arrival. October 15, 1956. Liberia

Queen Elizabeth II meeting the actresses Anita Ekberg and Joan Crawford at the film premiere and Royal Command Film Performance at the Empire Theatre, Leicester Square, London, of The Battle Of The River Plate. Also present are the actors Peter Finch and John Gregson. 29 October 1956

Anefo photo collection. Diplomat dinner Oranjezaal Huis ten Bosch Minister Luns with wife. January 20, 1959

Philadelphia Orchestra, Opera, Premiere and Reception. Photographs of Marshall Plan Programs, Exhibits, and Personnel

The Windsors Answer QuestionsThe Duke And Duchess of Windsor Pictured as they were interviewed by members of the press here Aug. 18. Yesterday the couple Began there new Duties, with the Duke starting his work as Governor and the Duchess looking over the Government House which is to be Redecorated. August 20, 1940. (Photo by Wide World Photos)

An Australian Reception In London -- Sir Thomas and Lady White greeting Mr. and Mrs. Peter Thomson. Mr. Thomson is the well known golfer, recent winner of the British Open championship.A reception was given at Australia House, London, for the visiting delegates to the Commonwealth and Empire Law conference. July 21, 1955. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).

Elsevier photo collection. caption Princess Irene Prince Carlos Hugo gala evening. 1967

Anefo photo collection. Government dinner for wedding couple Margriet and Pieter van Vollenhoven in Leidse Lakenhal, Princess Irene and Carlos on arrival. January 4, 1967. Leiden, South Holland

Picture Shows:- The Buccleuch party at the Ball held in Glasgow in aid of the Scottish Association of Girls Clubs. Left to Right: Miss Sheila Carlon, the Duchess of Buccleuch, the Earl of Dalkeith. 25 - year - old only son of the Duke of Buccleuch, Sir Hector McNeill , Lord Provost of Glasgow, Princess Margaret, Lady McNeill, and Lady Caroline Scott 21 - year old younger daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, one of Princess Margaret's great friends.Week-End in ScotlandPrincess Margaret is Week-Ending in Scotland. She is staying with the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch at Drumlanrig Castle, Dumfriesshire. February 20, 1949.

Anefo photo collection. Heintje Davids 70 years old. 13 February 1958

Imperial Airways "Atlantic" Celebration Ball. Left to right: Captain "Taffy" Powell (who is to pilot the flying-boat "Cambria" across the Atlantic with the first Cargo of Mail), Mrs. Powell, Captain A.S. Wilcockson (Pilot of the "Caledonia") and Mrs Wilodockson seen together at the ball. Imperial airways held a ball here this evening in celebration of the pioneer trans-atlantic flights of the "Caledonia". August 30, 1937. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Anefo photo collection. Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard at Galadiner in Hilton, Amsterdam; Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard open the ball. February 13, 1976. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Mina, augusto martelli, 1968

Premier salutes Princess. Premier Alcide De Gasperi, of Italy, kisses the hand of Princess Elizabeth at a reception in Rome. The royal couple are shown here with Jean Desy, Canadian Ambassador to Rome, and Signor and Signora De Gasperi. April 27, 1951. (Photo by The Associated Press Ltd.).

Indian, bollywood actress, rekha and neetu singh, india, asia India Copyright: xSolaris/DinodiaxPhotox

Max Factor Sr. & Jr. December 28, 1937.

The Princess And The President -- Princess Elizabeth and President Truman, photographed at the Canadian Embassy, in Washington. During Princess Elizabeth's short stay in Washington, the U.S. capital, she entertained the United States President to dinner at the Canadian Embassy. November 04, 1951.

These pictures just released in New York show Prince Philip of Greece, helping Princess Elizabeth (right) and Princess Margaret Rose with their coats at a recent wedding reception. A United Press report published in New York yesterday says that the king has decreed three months' separation to prove the love of Princess Elizabeth for Prince Philip. December 30, 1947.

G. Martinelli & family

Anefo photo collection. Grand Gala du Disque in Concertgebouw. Presentation of Edisons. v.l.n.r. Adamo, Lou van Rees and Josephine Baker. October 4, 1964. Amsterdam

H.R.H. Princess Elizabeth dancing with Lord Rupert Nevill, younger son of the Marquess of Abergavenny, at the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy Ball. This was the first public ball she attended. Date: 22nd May 1946

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor on the dance floor with ex-King Peter of Yugoslavia and his Queen, Alexandra of Greece. December 31, 1949.

$Milano, la scala, carla fracci con il marito regista beppe menegatti (Milan, la scala, carla fracci with her director husband beppe menegatti), 1967.$

Cardinal Spellman receiving Eugene Gooseens at the Civic Reception. The Lord Mayor is also in the picture. April 28, 1948. (Photo by Frank Albert Charles Burke/Fairfax Media).

Valerie Meets The Princess -- Princess Elizabeth visited the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for Children, Hackney, East London, Yesterday, and chatted and ***** to 125 children before presiding ***** annual Court of Governors. ***** Valerie, patient at the Queen ***** Hospital, stands up in her ***** a chat with Princess Elizabeth. May 23, 1947.

Princess Elizabeth Attends Dinner to Mrs. Roosevelt. Princess Elizabeth (left) arriving for the dinner reception with viscountess Greenwood, wire of the Viscount Greenwood (Chairman of the Memorial Committee of the Pilgrims') at the Savoy Hotel. Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt, who had earlier unveiled the memorial statue to the late President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Grosvenor Square, was the guest of honour at a dinner given by the Pilgrims' Society at the Savoy Hotel, where tributes were paid the late President. April 13, 1948.

The marriage of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson, 3 June 1937

Anefo photo collection. Luketsia Douglas de Winnares. December 28, 1957

Anefo photo collection. The protagonists of Leidian anniversary play are presented to Queen Juliana. Behind the queen are Princess Christina (with glasses), Princess Margriet and Prince Bernhard. July 5, 1966. Utrecht

Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation. 1953

Anefo photo collection. Throne change 30 April, inauguration in the new church; During each rescue, close. April 30, 1980

Anefo photo collection. State visit Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard to Indonesia, dinner in Istana Negara, Djakarta. August 28, 1971. Indonesia, Indonesia, Jakarta

Opera singer Marian Anderson with her husband Orpheus H. Fisher at the opening night of the Metropolitan Opera, 1954

Cuban Revolution Complete In 77 MinutesGeneral Fulgencio Batista and his wife in a New York Night Club.General Fulgencio Batista seized power in Cuba yesterday with only four deaths to his debit. Last time he led a revolution the "Sergeant's Revolt" of 1933-63 people died and more than 100 were injured.Batista has overthrown president Carlos Prio Socarras with the help of the leaders of the Cuban Army. At his first press conference after the Revolution Batista said that his coup D'etat was completed in 77 minutes after starting at 2-45 in the morning. March 11, 1952. (Photo by Paul Popper).

Princess Attends Windsor Ball. Princess Elizabeth all smiles when dancing with Capt. Joshua Rayley. Grenadier Guards at the ball. Princess Elizabeth attended the ball held at the old house hotel (Built by Sir Christopher Wren) in aid of the N.S.P.C.C., when she was a member of the countess of Gowrie's party. June 20, 1946. (Photo by London News Agency Photos Ltd.).

Anefo photo collection. Queen Juliana with Cor Ruys and Cruys Voorbergh in central theater. October 26, 1949

Anefo photo collection. Queen Juliana is present at the official opening of the 24th Book Week in the Stadsschouwburg in Amsterdam. 27 February 1959. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

The Queen graciously accepts a bouquet from 16-year-old Cecilie Scanlan, on arrival for the Royal Ball at Brisbane City Hall. The Duke of Edinburgh and the Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Alderman F.C. Roberts, look on.A Bouquet for the Queen..... was presented by 16-year-old Cecilie Scanlan at the Royal Ball. Behind are the Duke of Edinburgh and Brisbane Lord Mayor Roberts. March 29, 1954.

Swimming Ace Is Married -- Picture just in from Tokio shows the one - time world's ace swimmer, Hironoshin Furuhashi, during his marriage which was celebrated with full shinto rite. His bride was Miss Kliko Okada, 21-year-old sister of the President of a city dyestuff company. December 30, 1955. (Photo by United Press International).

Anefo photo collection. Her royal highness Princess Beatrix leaves "Limburg" submarine boat hunter at the Scheldt Vlissingen. September 5, 1955. Vlissingen, Zeeland

Wiley Post (right) and Harold Gatty (left) Daringround-the-world fliers, pictured with their Wives Mrs. Gatty (2nd from left) and Mrs. Post at the hotel Ritz-Carlton this morning, July 2nd, just before the city roared its official welcome to the Circumnavigators of the globe. Mrs. Gatty arrived from Pittsburgh this morning, After an airplane flight from Los Angeles. Mrs. Post witnessed the arrival of the Airplane "Winnie Mae" at Roosevelt field yesterday, July 2nd. July 24, 1933. (Photo by International Newsreel Photo).

Princess Dances - Princess Margaret was among a party of young people entertained to dinner by ***** July 4, 1951.

The Duchess Wears Striped Pants -- Saying goodbye to one of her 200 guests who partied till 4.30 in the morning aboard two launches in the Thames is the Duchess of Devonshire wearing a beret and blue and white striped trousers. Guests at the novel party included, Princess Margaret and Princess Alexandra. August 7, 1955. (Photo by Evening Standard Picture).

Royal variety performance.Stars of stage, screen and radio, appeared before the Queen this evening for the Royal Command Performance at the Palladium Theatre, London. This picture shows the Queen, Duke of Edinburgh and Princesses Margaret as they leave the Palladium after the performance. November 01, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture).

04/20/1987. The Princes of Wales, in Madrid. In the image His Majesty the King with Princess Diana at the Zarzuela Palace where they attended the private dinner with which their Majesties the Kings presented the Princes of Wales.

Queen Mary Attends Film Premier -- Queen Mary being received at the Plaza Theater on her arrival this evening. Queen Mary this evening attended the film premier of " Midnight " at the Plaza Theatre Haymarket. The premiere was in Aid of the Princess Beatrice Hospital. May 11, 1939. (Photo by Keystone).

Counting His Medals -- Mrs. Maurice Petsche, wife of the French finance minister, uses her little finger to count the medals on the breast of Gen. Vassily Chuikov, Russian zone commander in Germany at a dinner for the Big Four Foreign ministers tonight in the Quay Dorsay in Paris. June 14, 1949. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

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