Aline Griffith, Dowager Countess of Romanones facts for kids
María Aline Griffith Dexter, Countess of Romanones, spouse of a Grandee of Spain (22 May 1923 – 11 December 2017) was an interesting woman who lived from 1923 to 2017. She was an American-Spanish aristocrat, a socialite, and a writer. She was also married to a Grandee of Spain, which is a very important noble title in Spain.
Her Early Life and Secret Work
Aline Griffith was born in Pearl River, New York, in the United States. Her life took an exciting turn during World War II. She worked for the US Office of Strategic Services (OSS). This was a special government agency.
Aline's job was a "cipher clerk." This means she worked with secret codes. Her work was very important for the war effort. It was a bit like being a secret agent, helping to send and receive hidden messages.
A Life of Influence and Style
After the war, Aline Griffith moved to Spain. She married a Spanish nobleman. This is how she became the Countess of Romanones. She became known for her elegant style.
From 1962 until she passed away, Aline was part of the International Best Dressed List. This list recognized people with amazing fashion sense. She was also good friends with many important people. These included world leaders and famous celebrities. Some of her friends were Nancy Reagan, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Audrey Hepburn.
Aline Griffith lived a long and fascinating life. She passed away on December 11, 2017, in Madrid, Spain. She was 94 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Aline Griffith para niños
