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Lady Anne Barnard: Facts & Related Content
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Also Known As | Lady Anne Lindsay |
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Born | December 8, 1750 • Scotland |
Died | May 6, 1825 (aged 74) • London • England |
Notable Works | “Auld Robin Gray” |
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