
Fergus Gambon
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James and Timmey Challenger Collection, Chicago
Martha Gunn (1726-1815) was the most famous of the 'dippers' who assisted bathers on Brighton Beach. The Prince of Wales made his first visit to Brighton in 1783 and his reported friendship with Martha Gunn led to her notoriety, alluded to by the feathers on the brim of her hat.