Cora Crawley is a fictional character from the British television series Downton Abbey. She is portrayed as the American-born wife of Robert Crawley, the Earl of Grantham. Cora is known for her strong sense of family and her efforts to bridge the cultural differences between her American background and British aristocracy. As the mother of three daughters, Cora plays a significant role in the series, particularly in matters concerning their futures and marriages. Her character often reflects the changing social dynamics of the early 20th century, highlighting themes of class and gender during that period.