Almina Herbert, 5th Countess of Carnarvon. The Earl of Carnarvon developed an interest in Egyptology + became the financial backer of the search for Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, assisted by Almina's wealth. In 11/1922 Carnarvon was present with archaeologist Howard Carter at the opening of the tomb. In 3/1923 Carnarvon developed pneumonia, he died 5.4.1923, + Almina returned to England with his body. Later in 1923 Almina married Lieut-Col Ian Onslow Dennistoun.
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