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July 28, 1824
Massachusetts Spy And Worcester Advertiser
Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts
What is this article about?
A contemporary description of Marquis de la Fayette's physical appearance and character, highlighting his noble mien, frank manners, and gallant spirit despite his red hair.
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Marquis de la Fayette
As this distinguished personage has of late become a topic of general conversation, the following account of his personal appearance, as given by an entertaining writer in the Village Record, will not be unacceptable to the reader.
"The Marquis de la Fayette was one of the finest looking men in the army, notwithstanding his deep red hair, which then, as now, was rather in disrepute. His forehead was fine, though receding; his eye clear hazel—his mouth and chin delicately formed, and exhibiting beauty rather than strength. The expression of his countenance was strongly indicative of the generous and gallant spirit which animated him, mingled with something of pride of conscious manliness. His mien was noble—his manners frank and amiable; and his movements light and graceful. He wore his hair plain, and never complied so far with the fashion of the times as to powder."
As this distinguished personage has of late become a topic of general conversation, the following account of his personal appearance, as given by an entertaining writer in the Village Record, will not be unacceptable to the reader.
"The Marquis de la Fayette was one of the finest looking men in the army, notwithstanding his deep red hair, which then, as now, was rather in disrepute. His forehead was fine, though receding; his eye clear hazel—his mouth and chin delicately formed, and exhibiting beauty rather than strength. The expression of his countenance was strongly indicative of the generous and gallant spirit which animated him, mingled with something of pride of conscious manliness. His mien was noble—his manners frank and amiable; and his movements light and graceful. He wore his hair plain, and never complied so far with the fashion of the times as to powder."
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
What keywords are associated?
Lafayette
Personal Appearance
Historical Description
Red Hair
Noble Mien
What entities or persons were involved?
Marquis De La Fayette
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Key Persons
Marquis De La Fayette
Story Details
Account of Marquis de la Fayette's personal appearance: fine forehead, clear hazel eyes, delicate mouth and chin, noble mien, frank and amiable manners, light and graceful movements; red hair unpowdered; expression showing generous, gallant spirit and pride.