Here is a succinct snapshot by a Governor Robert M. McLane of his aquaintance with the Thorns. McLane was among other things a diplomat and friends with de Lafayette. It's interesting to hear that the married Thorn children and their families lived together at Rue de Varenne, forming their own little court. I'm not sure... Continue Reading →
Disderi Photographs Mary (Thorn) de Varaigne
I awoke with great joy this morning to an email from my cousin Henri that contained a photo of his ancestor Mary Jane (Jauncey-Thorn) de Varaigne. If you have been following this story, you will know that Mary eloped with Camille de Varaigne when she was 16 and caused an enormous scandal. The couple did... Continue Reading →















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