About Rosina Harrison
Lived 1899 – 1989 (aged 89–90). Rosina Harrison was an English and British lady-in-waiting.
Rosina Harrison (1899-1989 aged 90 ) was a lady's maid, chiefly to Lady Astor, and became known after describing their working relationship in her autobiography.
Harrison, from Yorkshire, became Astor's maid in 1928.
Her autobiography, Rose: My Life in Service, was published in 1975.
She appeared as a castaway on the BBC Radio programme Desert Island Discs on 20 March 1976.
Biography her occupation was being the lady's maid. she called her parents mum and dad. her major accomplishment was working for Lady Astor. she died at age 90.
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Who was Rosina Harrison?
lady's maid, author
When was Rosina Harrison born?
Rosina Harrison was born in 1899.
When did Rosina Harrison die?
Rosina Harrison died in 1989.
What was Rosina Harrison's occupation?
Rosina Harrison was a lady-in-waiting.
What nationality was Rosina Harrison?
Rosina Harrison was English and British.
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