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Also Known As Honourable Mrs. Peter Rodd
Born November 28, 1904 • London • England • (Birthday in 7 days)
Died June 30, 1973 (aged 68) • Versailles • France
Notable Works “Love in a Cold Climate” • “The Pursuit of Love”
Notable Family Members sister Jessica Mitford

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