Cora Harrison

## MissCora Harrison

**Miss Cora Harrison** (b. 10 October, 1915-d. 30 July, 1934) is the youngest child and only daughter of Samuel Harrison with his first wife, the late Agatha Harrison, and the sister of Damian Harrison. She is the member of the prominent **Harrison Family**.

## Biography

Cora was born in the Harrison Family estate in Charles City County, Virginia. Her mother, Agatha had a hard time during her labor, and almost dies of exhaustion. Thankfully, both of them were both well and healthy after. Her older brother Damian was almost 10 months old at the time of her birth.

When she was 4 years old, her mother Agatha died of unknown causes, and her father remarried twice after: firstly to Lady Elise McDonald, daughter of the Baron McDonald in 1919 until her death in 1923. She had three half-siblings through them: **Ophelia** (b. 1920), and twins **Louis** and **Timothy** (b. 1922). Secondly, her father then married Grace Williams, who was the daughter of Samuel's business partner, Benjamin Williams. Through their marriage, Cora had another half-sister, **Amanda** (b. 1927).

Unlike her brother—who was despising their aristocratic lifestyle, Cora loved it very much. She was the apple of their father's eyes, and was very much spoiled. But unlike others, she was still a kind-hearted and loving person to others, making her well-respected among her fellow lady friends. She also uses her family's money to help those in need—in disguise and giving food and clothing, all while her own brother works in a factory.

## Education

She was educated by their governesses until they were 7 years old. They all eventually studied in The Potomac School in McLean, Virginia. She and Damian then transferred to Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia, which was where she finished her secondary education.

Cora was enrolled in Barnard College when her brother became engaged to Miss Josephine Lewis. She and Jo became instant friends as soon as they first met.

## Appearance and Personality

Cora inherited her mother's blonde hair and blue eyes, but to her father's fortune, she resembled him more than his late wife.

She was kind-hearted, a sunshine, and a very friendly person. She was loved and well-respected by many, and isn't afraid to interact with the unfortunate much like her older brother. She wasn't afraid to speak her mind and stand up for what she believe it is right, unusual to a woman of her stature and to the male-dominant society.

## Story

##### The Unfortunate King (Book 3)

Cora was going on to her usual visits to the poor children when she bumped to Alexander Crawley, who just happened to be exploring around the streets of New York a few days into his arrival. She panicked at first, thinking her identity was revealed. But when she realized the young man had no clue of who she *really* was, she was able to be at ease and hide her identity: Miss Eliza Jones. Alex was smitten with her, and was hoping to meet her again soon.

The following week, Cora was now at her brother's engagement party in the Illinois Mansion in Newport, which was the home of his now fiancé, Josephine Lewis. It was also at the party that she met Alex once again, whom she have now come to know was the new Earl of Grantham.

And while in the midst of their private conversation before a challenged croquet match against her brother, Alex then have her known that he already recognizes her, recounting their first meeting in New York. She was surprised, but also quite impressed at his memory. The young Earl then asked if he can still her Eliza, just between the two of them. Cora agrees, noting that only he—and not even her own brother, can call her such.

## Name Etymology

* **Cora** is a female name of Greek origin, meaning *"maiden"*.

* **Elizabeth** is a female name of Hebrew origin, meaning *"pledged to God."*
	+ both her names are shared with Cora Levinson, Samuel Harrison's former fiancé.