Ada Lovelace

Countess Ada Irene King- Lovelace

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Ada suffered from various health problems throughout her life, including migraines and possibly an autoimmune disease.

Body Features

Ada had a slender build and was 5'3" in height.

Facial Features

Ada had striking green eyes and a sharp nose.

Identifying Characteristics

Ada's dark, curly hair was often worn up in a bun.

Physical quirks

Ada had a habit of fidgeting while working, which may have been related to her health problems.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Ada was raised by her mother, who separated from her father shortly after Ada's birth. Her mother encouraged her interest in mathematics and science, and Ada was privately tutored in these subjects. She was also introduced to Charles Babbage, a mathematician and inventor, who would later inspire her work.
Parents: Ada was the daughter of Lord Byron, a famous poet, and Anne Isabella Milbanke, a British mathematician. Siblings: Ada had one half-sister named Allegra, who was born in 1817.
Spouse: Ada married William King, who later became Earl of Lovelace, in 1835. They had three children together.

Education

Ada received private education in mathematics and science, as well as languages, art, and music.

Accomplishments & Achievements

Ada is credited with being the one of the few publicly known women in her time period to pursue mathematics and science, breaking gender barriers and inspiring future generations of women in STEM fields.

Failures & Embarrassments

Ada struggled with gambling addiction and financial problems later in life, which strained her relationship with her husband and family.

Mental Trauma

Ada suffered from various health problems throughout her life, including migraines and possibly an autoimmune disease.

Intellectual Characteristics

Ada was known for her analytical and creative thinking, as well as her ability to explain complex ideas in a clear manner.

Morality & Philosophy

Ada believed in the power of technology to improve society, but also recognized the potential dangers and ethical considerations.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Ada was known for her fashion sense and often wore elaborate dresses and jewelry.

Likes & Dislikes

Ada enjoyed music, art, and literature, as well as mathematics and science. She disliked social conventions and gender roles that limited women's opportunities.

Virtues & Personality perks

Ada was intelligent, creative, and determined, with a passion for learning and discovery.

Vices & Personality flaws

Ada struggled with addiction and financial problems, which had a negative impact on her personal life.

Hygiene

Ada was known for her elaborate hygiene routines, which included multiple baths per day and a diet of mainly vegetables and fruits.

Social

Family Ties

Ada was the daughter of Lord Byron and was married to Earl of Lovelace. She had three children.

Religious Views

Ada's religious beliefs are not known, as she did not publicly discuss them.

Social Aptitude

Ada was well-connected in the intellectual and scientific communities of her time, but often struggled with social conventions and gender roles.

Mannerisms

Ada had a habit of fidgeting and pacing while working.

Hobbies & Pets

Pets: Ada was known to have kept several pet cats. Hobbies: Ada enjoyed music, art, literature, and horseback riding.

Speech

Ada did not make any significant speeches, but her writings on mathematics and technology continue to be influential.

Relationships

Ada Lovelace

Wife (Important)

Towards William King

4

4

Honest

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William King

Husband (Important)

Towards Ada Lovelace

4

4

Dishonest

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History

Ada had three children: Byron, Anne Isabella, and Ralph Gordon. Byron was born in 1836 in London and died in 1862 in the Mediterranean.
Anne Isabella, also known as Annabella, was born in 1838 in London and died in 1917.
Ralph Gordon was born in 1839 in London and died in infancy.
Ada had a close relationship with her children, particularly Anne Isabella, whom she affectionately called "Annabel". Ada's relationship with Byron was strained due to his rebellious behavior and parting from Ada's strict education, but they later reconciled before his death.

Legal Status

Married

Ada Lovelace

Mother (Important)

Towards Byron II Lovelace

4

4

Honest

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Byron II Lovelace

Son (Trivial)

Towards Ada Lovelace

1

2

Subversive

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History

Ada had three children: Byron, Anne Isabella, and Ralph Gordon. Byron was born in 1836 in London and died in 1862 in the Mediterranean.
Anne Isabella, also known as Annabella, was born in 1838 in London and died in 1917.
Ralph Gordon was born in 1839 in London and died in infancy.
Ada had a close relationship with her children, particularly Anne Isabella, whom she affectionately called "Annabel". Ada's relationship with Byron was strained due to his rebellious behavior and parting from Ada's strict education, but they later reconciled before his death.

Ada Lovelace

Mother (Important)

Towards Anne Isabella Lovelace

5

5

Frank

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Anne Isabella Lovelace

Daughter (Important)

Towards Ada Lovelace

5

5

Frank

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History

Ada had three children: Byron, Anne Isabella, and Ralph Gordon. Byron was born in 1836 in London and died in 1862 in the Mediterranean.
Anne Isabella, also known as Annabella, was born in 1838 in London and died in 1917.
Ralph Gordon was born in 1839 in London and died in infancy.
Ada had a close relationship with her children, particularly Anne Isabella, whom she affectionately called "Annabel". Ada's relationship with Byron was strained due to his rebellious behavior and parting from Ada's strict education, but they later reconciled before his death.

Ada Lovelace

Mother (Important)

Towards Ralph Gordon Lovelace

5

5

Honest

---

Ralph Gordon Lovelace

Son

Towards Ada Lovelace

0

0

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History

Ada had three children: Byron, Anne Isabella, and Ralph Gordon. Byron was born in 1836 in London and died in 1862 in the Mediterranean.
Anne Isabella, also known as Annabella, was born in 1838 in London and died in 1917.
Ralph Gordon was born in 1839 in London and died in infancy.
Ada had a close relationship with her children, particularly Anne Isabella, whom she affectionately called "Annabel". Ada's relationship with Byron was strained due to his rebellious behavior and parting from Ada's strict education, but they later reconciled before his death.

Ada Lovelace

Half-Sister (Important)

Towards Allegra Lovelace

4

3

Honest

---

Allegra Lovelace

Half-Sister (Trivial)

Towards Ada Lovelace

4

3

Subversive

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Wealth & Financial state

Ada was a member of the aristocracy and had access to significant wealth throughout her life.

Alignment

Lawful-Good

Current Location

London

Conditions

• Autoimmune disease

Date of Birth

Geola 10, 1815

Date of Death

Novem 27, 1865

Life

1815 1865 50 years old

Birthplace

London, England

Place of Death

London, England

Family

Lovelace

Parents

Byron Lovelace

Anne Milbanke

Spouses

William King (Husband)

Siblings

Allegra Lovelace (Half-Sister)

Current Residence

London, England

Pronouns

She/Her

Sex

Female

Gender

Woman

Presentation

Feminine

Eyes

striking green eyes

Hair

dark curly hair that she wore up in a bun

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

fair skin, and sharp nose

Height

5'3

Weight

110

Quotes & Catchphrases

"The analytical engine weaves algebraical patterns just as the Jacquard-loom weaves flowers and leaves."

Belief/Deity

Anglicans - Christianity

Aligned Organization

Kingdom of England

Other Affiliations

• Earldom of Lovelace

Known Languages

Ada was fluent in English, French, and Italian, and had knowledge of Latin.