Ellen and Barbara Douglas on a Sled with their Nanny "Danny," 1910

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Courtesy of Brucemore Mansion, 1910

Description

Barbara, Ellen (back of sled) and their nanny, "Danny," are shown on a sled together. In the winter, the children went sledding and skated on the pond. The Douglas family had a large group of people who worked to maintain their house and large estate. Among them, was Ella McDannel, who was affectionately called "Danny" and she watched over the children.

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• What is a nanny?
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1910. Courtesy of Brucemore Mansion