Manor House
"In 1905, class distinction existed and was emphasised. You were either upstairs or downstairs. It may have made for an easier life." Mr Edgar, butler
THE PROJECT|THE HOUSE|THE PEOPLE|EDWARDIAN LIFE|YOU IN 1905|TREATS|SNOB QUIZ
Upstairs
Downstairs

Sir John Olliff-Cooper
Lady Olliff Cooper Miss Anson
Lady Olliff-Cooper Miss Anson
(Lady Olliff-Cooper's Sister)

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Sir John Olliff-Cooper

THE MASTER'S FAMILY
Mister Jonathan Master Guy Mr Raj-Singh
Mister Jonathan Master Guy Mr Raj-Singh
   (eldest son) (youngest son) (Tutor to Master Guy)
Who said this?

"Its really good having servants because the footmen – you can just ask them to go and get something and they'll do it very efficiently... By tomorrow I'll probably think this place is my home. No problem"


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