Sally Aall
Sally Aall | |
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| Born | 15 December 1926 [1] Chicago |
| Died | 1 October 2005 (aged 78)
[2] Seattle |
| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | United States of America |
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| Spouse(s) | Christian H. Aall |
Sally Aall, born Sally Sample was an American philanthropist and author. She was key in the restoration of the Swiss cottage in Cahir, Ireland, providing funding [3].
Biography
Swiss Cottage Restoration
The Swiss cottage, Cahir|Swiss cottage was originally built in 1810 by Richard Butler, 1st Earl of Glengall and designed by renowned architect John Nash, as a retreat for entertainment. During the mid-20th century, the cottage fell into disrepair. In 1985, restoration began on the cottage, Sally Aall through her charity, the Port Royal Foundation, provided generous funding[4].
Death
Sally died aged 78 in Seattle from lymphoma.[2]
Published works
- Follies and Fantasies: Germany and Austria [5]
- Follies and Pleasure Pavilions: England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales [6]
References
- ↑ "Sally Aall". My Heritage. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Paid Notice: Deaths AALL, SALLY SAMPLE". The New York Times. 2005-10-31. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ↑ "OPW Celebrates 30 years of stewardship at The Swiss Cottage". Gov.ie. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ↑ "SWISS COTTAGE". The Irish Times. 1997-01-07. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ↑ Sample Aall, Sally. Follies and Fantasies: Germany and Austria. Harry N. Abrams. ISBN 9780810933231. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ↑ Follies and Pleasure Pavilions: England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales. Harry N. Abrams. ISBN 9780810911758. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
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