Mary Anne Clarke Frederic August's mistress Date of Birth: 03.04.1776 Country: France

1. Biography of Mary Ann Clarke
2. Relationship with Frederick Augustus
3. Resignation and Innocence
4. Imprisonment and Life in France
5. Familial Connections

Biography of Mary Ann Clarke

Mary Ann Clarke was the mistress of Frederick Augustus, Duke of York and Albany, and the hostess of a literary salon in Paris.

Relationship with Frederick Augustus

In 1803, Mary Ann Clarke became the mistress of Frederick Augustus, the Duke of York and Albany, and the Commander-in-Chief of the British Army. Their relationship became scandalous when it was revealed that she was involved in the sale of officer commissions in the British Army.

Resignation and Innocence

Due to the scandal, the Duke of York was forced to resign from his position. However, he was later cleared of any wrongdoing and reinstated in his role.

Imprisonment and Life in France

In 1813, Mary Ann Clarke was sentenced to imprisonment. After her release, she lived in France, where she gained fame for her literary salon.

Familial Connections

Mary Ann Clarke is the grandmother of caricaturist George Du Maurier and the great-great-grandmother of writer Daphne du Maurier, who wrote a book about her titled "Mary Anne".