#The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall

[myhauntedsalem]

The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall

In 1936 Captain Hubert C. Provand was taking photos of the picturesque Raynham Hall, a country house in Norfolk, England, when he snapped this picture.

As Provand was setting up the shot, his assistant called out for the photo to be taken ‘now’, as something was descending the staircase. The result is this world famous ghost photo, said to be that of Lady Dorothy Walpole.

September 19, 1936: Photographer, Captain Hubert C Provand and his assistant, Indre Shira were taking pictures of Raynham Hall, Norfolk, England for the December issue of ‘Country Life’ Magazine.

Little did they know that on this day they would capture the ghost that has said to be haunting the old country house since the mid 1800’s.

The ghost is better known as the ‘Brown Lady’, as the spectre has been described as wearing a brown silk brocade dress.

It is believed that the Brown Lady is the spirit of Lady Dorothy Walpole, who died at Raynham Hall in 1726 from Smallpox, after a long incarceration within the houses walls.

Dorothy Walpole was the sister of Sir Robert Walpole, who was considered to be the first Prime Minister of Great Britain (serving 1721 to 1742 which would also make him the longest serving Prime Minister). Dorothy was Charles Townsend’s second wife, Charles having served as the secretary of state for ten years.

It is said that Dorothy had an affair with the 1st Duke of Wharton, Philip Wharton (yes all these upper class families make for quite complex reading and research), and her husband, Sir Walpole did not take too kindly to that, and had Dorothy locked in the upper floor rooms of their home – Raynham Hall.

Another story states that Dorothy was entrapped by the Countess of Wharton, never to leave the house… not even to see her children. It is said she returns to find, and finally be reunited with her children. A sad tale indeed!

Either way Lady Dorothy Walpole died of Smallpox 29th March 1726 aged forty.

The Brown Lady aka (possibly) Lady Dorothy Walpole has been seen on a number of occasions since her death, with the first recorded sighting being in 1835 after a Christmas party. Several guests had seen the ghost as they went up to their bedrooms for the evening, one describing it as having a glowing face but with empty eye sockets.

Captain Marryat (a gentleman who wrote novels set out at sea) retired to his room one night, and had remarked to two others he met on the way that he was carrying a gun as protection against the Brown Lady. It was at this point the apparition appeared and ‘diabolically’ grinned at the captain as she passed by him.

The captain took two shots, both passing straight through the apparition, to embed in the door and door frame beyond.

Many other people have witnessed the Brown Lady on the main staircase and in the bedrooms. Generally these sightings occur when heading to bed, or waking up in the middle of the night to find her standing in their rooms.

The ghost has also been seen right before tragic events and deaths that affect the Townsend Family. One evening, during a dinner party, many guests had seen the apparition, complete with her brown dress, walking through the crowd. The Spectre did not seem to recognize anyone and soon disappeared. The next morning, news of the death of George Walpole reached the group at the estate, George had died at about the same time the Brown Lady has been seen.

On the fateful day the photo was taken, Captain Hubert C Provand and his assistant Indre Shira had set up the camera at the foot of the main staircase, with Provand under the protective cloth at the back of the camera. They had already taken one photo and Provand was re framing for another shot. Shira suddenly called out to Provand to take another shot and at this Provand removed the lens cover and made the exposure.

Shira had seen the figure of a lady descend the staircase when he called for the photo to be taken. Upon development, the image did indeed show a spectral figure on the staircase; The Brown Lady had been captured at last!

The picture was published in Country Life magazine December 16th 1936, along with the accounts of Provand and Shira.

Renowned paranormal investigator Harry Price interviewed the two men and stated he could not find a flaw in their story, as the negative also showed the figure. With the exception of the two men lying, he could not see how the image could be anything but that of the ghost in question.

[ben-the-hyena]

Headcanon whenever the 999 happy haunts are taken pictures of or recorded they may look like all the creepy mysterious videos and pics we all know and saw at least once that are debatable as fake or not or something else

Like Emily posing in the stairs, Hattie or another bride or friend takes a pic of her and themselves are creeped out as she asks them how it is because it looks like that

Or several ghosts posing for a picture during a celebration in the graveyard with the undertaker with them, and on the picture only the undertaker is clear, the others look like shadows, vague silhouettes, mist, demons with dark or glowing eyes etc he who just got used to ghosts shits himself and the others are just disappointed

And when a happy haunt tries to record another either for an interview or a presentation video to promote the mansion the interviewee just looks like that and they have to think of a plan B

[truehauntings]

I love how they added one of - if not THE most famous ghost photo (Brown Lady of Raynham Hall) into the intro

[bigmooneyes]

wikipedia poem about dpdr, because i can never find the right words when trying to explain; so borrowing them will have to do

transcript:

1.

Depersonalization-derealization disorder From wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Specialty: Psychiatry, clinical psychology Symptoms: Depersonalization, Derealization Usual onset: Young adulthood Duration: chronic, episodic

Contents [hide]

The core is the subjective experience of "reality of one's self" or detachment from one's surroundings.

thought to be caused largely by interpersonal trauma adverse early childhood experiences, specifically emotional abuse and neglect have been linked

the state of mind could last either hours, days, and possibly even weeks at a time.

These experiences which strike at the core of a person's identity and consciousness may cause - substantial distress;

the real thing was overwhelming;

fearing loss of control, detached from their own thoughts; these symptoms cause -- unreality,

dissociation from the rest of society; disconnected or detached from one's self; or from one's surroundings.

there is an alienation; uneasy or anxious -- constant or varying intensity.

Insidious onset may reach back as far as can be remembered.

2.

Society and culture [edit]

patient who "feels that he is no longer himself", attempts to describe experiences that are difficult to articulate into words.

In order to comprehend the nature of reality we must understand what reality actually is.

some descriptions were metaphors;

as if the world around them is foggy, dreamlike/surreal, or visually distorted.

The ability to sense that something is unreal is maintained when experiencing symptoms of the disorder.

^ Radovic F (2002). "Feelings of Unreality: A Conceptual and Phenomenlogical Analysis of the Language of Depersonalization".

the conceptualization of dissociation involves detachment from one's self;

it doesn't diminish just the experience, but more or less all experience.

the majority of people (about 80%) responsible for child maltreatment are the child's own parents.

^ Thomson, Paula; Jaque, S. Victoria (15 March 2018). "Depersonalization, adversity, emotionality, and coping with stressful situations". Journal of Trauma & Dissociation.

3.

Prognosis [edit]

as if the world lies within the understanding of reality.

experiences with depersonalization may be frightening, a loss of control over their thoughts or actions; persistent or recurrent feelings of detachment from one's mental or bodily processes; difficulty concentrating; a sense that self or the world is unreal; impairment to one's ability to perceive reality.

The Scream may have been inspired by depersonalization disorder. (i.e. patient is aware of a perceptual disturbance)

symptoms tend to be constant and quite unsettling.

an illness of lost opportunities.

^ Blevins, Christy A.; Weathers, Frank W.; Mason, Elizabeth A. (1 October 2012). "Construct Validity of Three Depersonalization Measures in Trauma-Exposed College Students". Journal of Trauma & Dissociation.

Anxiety vs. fear

Symptoms

Types 3.1 Existential

The most common comorbid disorders are depression and anxiety; significant and uncontrollable feelings of anxiety and fear; fear is more complex than just forgetting or deleting memories, the hereafter, the next ten years or even tomorrow.

DPDR is typically chronic and continuous; between reality and the symptoms; a feeling of being detached from the world; divorced from their own personal self; Treatment of DPDR is often difficult and refractory.

4.

Appearance [edit]

I find myself regarding existence as though from beyond the tomb, from another world; all is strange to me; I am, as it were, outside my own body and individuality; I am depersonalized, detached, cut adrift.

Is this madness?

(In the upper right corner is a heavily edited black and white ghost picture of The Brown Lady of Raynham hall. The descriptive text underneath it is unreadable.)

all dissociative phenomena involves a detachment from reality; Familiar places may look alien, bizarre, and surreal.

they are not in the notion of the present; experiencing themselves and their lives from a distance.

as if the world around them is disconnected; distorted. as though time is passing them by.

they are able to recall a memory but feel as if they did not personally experience it.

In some cases, individuals may be unable to accept their reflection as their own, thoughts and acts elude the self and become strange.

^ Daphne Simeon; Jeffrey Abugel (7 November 2008). Feeling Unreal: Depersonalization Disorder and the Loss of the Self.

think critically about the nature of reality and existence.

depersonalization is understood as a defense; a type of coping mechanism.

Although residual sunlight does not penetrate the depths inhabited by deep-sea lizardfish, their eyes aid in detecting sources of residual or bioluminescent light.

^ Mauricio Sierra (13 August 2009). Depersonalization: A New Look at a Neglected Syndrome. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press. p. 120.

[missinglinksblog]

The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall, one of the most famous ghost photographs of all time, originally taken for Country Life and first published in December 1936.

[paranormal-playground-podcast]

The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall: A Haunting in Norfolk

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5 haunted places around the globe

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One of the most famous ghost photographs of all time is that of the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall, a specter that is said to haunt the grand staircase of the English country house. The ghost is believed to be the spirit of Lady Dorothy Walpole, who was allegedly locked away in the house by her husband after he discovered her affair with a Duke. She died a few years later, and her ghost has been spotted numerous times since then, always wearing a brown dress.

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The Ghost of the White House:

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[dark-ethereal-visions]

On September 19, 1936, Country Life photographers on assignment at Raynham Hall in Norfolk took what is probably history’s most famous example of ‘spirit photography’. the fabled ‘Brown Lady’ of Raynham — the ghost of Lady Dorothy Walpole, an 18th-century mistress of the manor.

[369rocks]

Scare Anyone : The world of the supernatural has always fascinated people who either doubt or believe in it. Some think that strange things are just made up, but others are intrigued by the unexplained. Sometimes, normal-looking pictures can actually be really creepy and give you goosebumps. In this article, we'll look at ten mysterious and spooky photos that have left people confused and scared. Get ready to explore these strange images that can't be easily explained. 10. The Scary Commercial The Scary Commercial A video went viral and created a sensation when it showed a woman trapped in a room where chairs moved by themselves and tables blocked her way out. The footage was so eerie that it sparked a lot of discussion and debate. However, it was later revealed that the whole thing was actually a well-made advertisement for a Malaysian movie. The creators used the power of suggestion and clever illusions to trick millions of people. 9. The Dancing Demon The Dancing Demon A photograph captured through a nursery's viewing monitor seemed to show a dancing demon on a patient's bed. But upon closer inspection, it was discovered that the illusion was created by a combination of medical waste, bed handrails, and the patient's own body. Our minds played tricks on us, making us believe in something that wasn't actually there. 8. The Cooper Photograph The Cooper Photograph During the Cooper family's joyful celebration in their new Texas home, something strange happened. A photograph taken that day showed a figure hanging or falling from the ceiling, but nobody could explain who or what it was. Even now, the family is still puzzled and can't make sense of the chilling presence that appeared only in the developed picture. 7. The Brown Lady The Brown Lady The Brown Lady photograph is widely known and debated for supposedly capturing the ghostly image of Dorothy Walpole, who was believed to haunt Raynham Hall. According to the story, Dorothy was imprisoned by her suspicious husband. While some people claim that the photograph is a fake, there is no definitive evidence that has emerged to prove or disprove its eerie authenticity. 6. The UFO The UFO In 1962, a photograph was taken that has puzzled both experts and enthusiasts. Despite scrutiny, its authenticity has not been definitively proven or disproven. This photograph adds to the vast number of reported UFO sightings from around the world, fueling the ongoing fascination and mystery surrounding the possibility of encounters with extraterrestrial beings. 5. Faces In The Water Faces In The Water In 1924, the crew of the SS Watertown witnessed a chilling phenomenon. They saw what appeared to be faces of their deceased crew members in the water near the ship. This strange occurrence sparked a lot of speculation and theories, but to this day, none of them have been proven true. The mystery of the faces in the water remains unsolved. 4. Ghost In The Backseat Ghost In The Backseat In 1959, Mabel Chinnery took a photo that surprised everyone. In the picture, there was someone sitting in the backseat of her car who looked just like her deceased mother. Experts who studied the photo believe it is real, but the truth behind this spooky incident remains unknown. 3. The Scary Japanese Girl The Scary Japanese Girl At first, people thought a photo from a paranormal show was genuinely unsettling. However, it was later exposed as a fake. The girl's creepy expression and head angle were a result of misrepresentation. This incident reminds us to be skeptical when it comes to such images, as they can be easily manipulated or misrepresented. 2. Stranger In The Aircraft Stranger In The Aircraft In 1987, a photograph taken at a military base captured a peculiar moment. A woman who claimed to be alone felt the presence of someone sitting beside her, but there was no one visible in the photo.

Some people think it might be a trick of the light, but the image still gives an eerie feeling to those who see it. 1. Ghost In The Church Ghost In The Church In England, a priest innocently took a photograph of an altar at Newbie Church. To his surprise, the picture revealed a ghostly figure. The image sparked controversy and speculation, but research has suggested that it is indeed authentic. This unexplained phenomenon has left many people fascinated and curious about what could have caused it. Conclusion These ten mysterious and spooky photos have puzzled and scared people all around the world. While some of them have been proven false or given explanations, others still remain mysterious, making us wonder how much we truly understand. Whether you're someone who doubts or believes in the supernatural, these eerie images remind us that reality can be stranger than anything we can imagine. The realm of the supernatural keeps captivating our minds, tempting us to delve into the unexplained and confront our deepest fears. Also Read : She Slept With Her Pet Python Every Night Until The Vet Revealed The Startling Truth Image Source : discord.com

[triciamfoster]

Brown Lady of Raynham Hall

Raynham Hall, located in Norfolk, England, is a stately mansion that is renowned for its beautiful architecture and its rich history dating back to the 17th century. However, it is also famous for another reason - the ghostly apparition known as the Brown Lady, which is said to haunt the halls of this historic estate.

The Brown Lady is believed to be the spirit of Lady Dorothy Walpole, who was the sister of Robert Walpole, the first Prime Minister of Britain. According to legend, Lady Dorothy was married to Charles Townshend, but their marriage was reportedly unhappy, and she was rumored to have had an affair with Lord Wharton. Lady Dorothy's husband, Charles, was said to have discovered her infidelity and locked her away in a room in Raynham Hall, where she remained until her death in 1726.

The first reported sighting of the Brown Lady was in the 19th century, when Colonel Loftus, a guest at Raynham Hall, claimed to have seen her ghostly figure descending the grand staircase, wearing a brown dress and with empty eye sockets where her eyes should be. Since then, there have been numerous accounts of sightings and encounters with the Brown Lady by visitors, staff, and even members of the British royal family, who have stayed at Raynham Hall.

The legend of the Brown Lady has been perpetuated by the famous photograph taken in 1936 by Captain Hubert C. Provand and Indre Shira, which purportedly captured the ghostly apparition of Lady Dorothy descending the grand staircase. The photograph, which remains one of the most famous and controversial paranormal photographs ever taken, has been examined and debated by experts for decades, with no conclusive evidence of tampering or fakery found.

Despite the mystery surrounding the photograph, many who have encountered the Brown Lady claim that she is a benevolent spirit, with some describing her as sad or mournful. Witnesses have reported seeing her wandering the halls, descending the staircase, or appearing as a misty figure in a brown dress. Some have also reported strange occurrences, such as objects moving on their own or unexplained noises, believed to be the Brown Lady's presence.

Raynham Hall, with its rich history and paranormal legends, has become a popular destination for ghost hunters, paranormal enthusiasts, and tourists alike. The story of the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall continues to captivate the imagination of those interested in the supernatural and the mysteries of the afterlife. Whether it is a ghostly apparition or simply a legend passed down through generations, the Brown Lady remains an intriguing and enduring mystery that adds to the allure of Raynham Hall.

[phantomdetectivesllc]

According to a legend, the identity of the ghost in this is photo is called — the "Brown Lady of Raynham Hall". From years of research this ghostly apparition is none other than Lady Dorothy Walpole. Dorothy was the sister of the first Prime Minister of Great Britain, Robert Walpole. According to forklore, Walpole — the second wife of Charles Townshend — had an affair with Lord Wharton. When Townshend found out he locked her up in Raynham Hall, where she stayed until her death in 1726. This photo was captured by London-based photographer Captain Hubert C. Provand. Provand snapped the photo in 1936, where it ran in the local Country Life magazine later the same year. What do you guys think is this real or not? #paranormal #ghosts #haunted #phantoms #supernatural (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/Covtawksr5O/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[kinkaikii]

Did you get a good photo of me?

[theuncanny-valley]

Famous Fabrications

Today, in honor of April Fool’s, I have decided to have some fun with some hoaxes, mostly in the form of photographs.

Nessie-

(Picture found on Wikipedia “Loch Ness Monster”)

The famous “Nessie” photo was taken by English physician Robert Kenneth Wilson in 1934. Known as “the surgeon’s photo,” named after the photographer’s profession, it duped many people. Thought to be a sea serpent or long lost plesiosaur, it has since attracted many visitors to Scotland’s Loch Ness, eager to discover this “new species.” Most, however, just come for the fun of it. The monster was created by attaching a plastic and wooden head to a toy submarine. No matter if it was real or not, “Nessie” brings Scotland around eighty million dollars every year. She may have been made of wood, but Nessie swims on in our hearts (and our wallets) $$$

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Loch-Ness-monster-legendary-creature

Bigfoot- (*I mention the word “boobies” at the end of this paragraph*)

(Picture found on Wikipedia “Patterson-Gimlin film”)

Directed by Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin, this 1967 film shows what they called “proof” of a Sasquatch living in Six Rivers National Forest in northern California. The two received short-lived fame in their community. After the video got its fame, even scientists tried to analyze the footage to figure out what the hell it was. Also, apparently, the costume was meant to portray a “female sasquatch.” So, Bigfoot has boobies, which I find hilarious.

Information:

https://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/00000144-0a3e-d3cb-a96c-7b3f24c90000

Original Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBTUQI60yqQ

The Brown Lady-

(Picture found on Wikipedia “Brown Lady of Raynham Hall”)

This photo was taken in the country house, Raynham Hall, in Norfolk, England in 1936. As photographers, Captain Provand and Indre Shira were taking photographs for a magazine, they seemed to have gotten a photobomb of the late Lady Townshend who still haunts the halls. They ended up publishing the photo in their magazine, but since, photo analysts have decided that the photographers had published a picture of two images merged together, whether intentional or not.

http://hoaxes.org/raynham.html

(Picture found on Wikipedia “Cottingley Fairies”)

This photo is one of several taken in Cottingley, England in 1917 by cousins, Elsie Wright, and Frances Griffiths. They were shown to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle by a friend. The cousins took these photos, claiming they encountered “fairies.” The detective himself, Doyle was highly skeptical of these “fairies.” He wasn’t on board with the idea of them being legitimate, but they interested him, fakes or not. Some say he was just being polite and entertaining the idea with the girls. In the early 1980′s, the girls admitted that they were indeed fabrications and that the photos were taken from a book. They had told their parents that they had seen fairies, and so they wanted desperately to “prove it.”

http://www.prairieghosts.com/fairies.html

(Picture found on Wikipedia “Cardiff Giant”)

This “giant” was uncovered on October 16th (also my birthday) in 1869 in Cardiff, New York. Cigar maker and skeptic, George Hull had gotten into an argument with a preacher regarding the Bible's authenticity. The preacher made a point to say that there used to be giants. Hull decided to not only trick him and others but to also make money off of their beliefs. Two years, $3,000, and 5 tons of gypsum later, he had done it. With the help of sculptors, Hull created a colossus, standing nearly ten feet tall in the end. He and his team buried it and recovered it a year later, leaving the public to do the rest. Hull’s monster ended up fooling even highly educated men. Eventually, the oddity gained the attention of PT Barnum. In all, Hull earned $20,000, all while deceiving the world.

https://www.history.com/news/the-cardiff-giant-fools-the-nation-145-years-ago

[dailyunsolvedmysteries]

Brown Lady of Raynham Hall

In 1936, a photographer taking pictures of the 300-year-old Raynham Hall in Norfolk, U.K., captured an image of an apparition floating down the stairs. It's one of the most famous ghost photos ever taken, although some experts believe it was caused by double exposure.

The manor, covering an area of 7,000 acres (2,833 hectares), has a long history of being haunted, and the BBC notes that the ghost may be of Lady Dorothy Townshend, the wife of the second viscount of the estate. She died in 1726, supposedly of smallpox, after having an affair, which her husband Lord Townshend had learned about before her death. She is said to still wander the manor dressed in brown.

[its-spooky-bitch]

This photo of the famous Brown Lady of Raynham Hall was taken by Captain Herburt Provand and his assistant Indre Shira in 1936. The two were working at County Life magazine and reporting on Raynham Hall in England. According to Provand, Shira saw an apparition while setting up camera equipment and Provand took a photo of the stairs where Shira saw the apparition. The photo circulated quickly and became one of the most famous ghost photos of all time. Famed ghost hunter Henry Price claimed that he believed the photo to be genuine, and that the negative showed no evidence of tampering.

[marryat92]

Happy Halloween! You may have heard of the famous Brown Lady of Raynham Hall (that's allegedly her ghostly image in the photo above), but did you know that ghostbusting Captain Marryat fired a gun at her apparition while investigating the haunting? A true man of action, he wasn't afraid of no ghosts.