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Lady Emily Hornblower

A minor aristocratic figure mentioned in the Crawley family's social circle.

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Also known as Lady Emily, poor Emmy, Emily, the Right Honourable the Lady Emily Hornblower

First appearance: xlv between hampshire and london

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