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We include the "enhanced" versions because they often make it easier to see what you're looking at but it should be borne in mind that they are the result of unintelligent computer algorithms and should not be regarded as more accurate than the original versions. If you can't see something in the original it probably wasn't there.
One of eight portraits of Admiral North in the National Portrait Gallery's collection.
When this was taken he was a Rear Admiral and Flag Officer Commanding, Royal Yachts. He was promoted to Vice Admiral the month after sitting for this portrait.
A bromide print taken on 27 May 1936 by Bassano Ltd at their studio, 38 Dover Street, London.
National Portrait Gallery Ref: NPG x85339
