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"Haemophilia: A Genetic Legacy of Royalty" From the tragic fate of Tsesarevich Alexei of Russia to the struggles faced by Prince Henry and Waldemar of Prussia

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Haemophilia Collection: Tsesarevich Alexei of Russia
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Haemophilia Collection: Tsar Nicholas II holding his son, the Tsarevich Alexei
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Henry and Waldemar of Prussia
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Haemophilia Collection: Children of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Ena of Spain
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Haemophilia Collection: Princess Helena of Waldeck, Duchess of Albany
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Haemophilia Collection: Alexei the Tsarevich as he plays on the beach at Livadia in the Crimea (b / w photo)
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Haemophilia Collection: Tsarevich Alexei, aged 12, c. 1916 (sepia photo)
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopold (1853-1884), Duke of Albany, late 19th century
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Haemophilia Collection: Tsarina Alexandra Fyodorovna with Tsarevich Alexei of Russia, c1907-c1910. Artist: K von Hahn
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Haemophilia Collection: Royal Wedding 1882 -- Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Friedrich of Hesse and by Rhine
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Haemophilia Collection: Duchess of Albany with Charles Edward
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopold
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince of the Asturias & his wife
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopold & Princess Helena with infant Princess Alice
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopold, duke of Albany
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Haemophilia Collection: Nicholas II (1868-1918) Emperor of Russia from 1894 with his son Alexis (1904-1918)
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Haemophilia Collection: The Romanovs (ruling family of Russia) 1913. Nicholas II (1868-1918), Tsar of Russia 1894-1917
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Haemophilia Collection: Boy with Haemophilia, Inherited blood disorder
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Haemophilia Collection: Royal Wedding 1882 -- Duke & Duchess of Albany
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Haemophilia Collection: Princess Beatrice with her Battenberg children
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Haemophilia Collection: Blood clotting protein
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Haemophilia Collection: NovoSeven clotting protein molecule
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopold of Battenberg
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Haemophilia Collection: Prince Leopolds engagement
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Haemophilia Collection: Children of Alfonso XIII

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"Haemophilia: A Genetic Legacy of Royalty" From the tragic fate of Tsesarevich Alexei of Russia to the struggles faced by Prince Henry and Waldemar of Prussia, it has left an indelible mark on royal families throughout history. The haunting image of Tsar Nicholas II cradling his son, the Tsarevich Alexei, reveals a father's love overshadowed by the knowledge that his heir suffers from this rare bleeding disorder. Even in Spain, haemophilia found its way into the bloodline of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Ena's children. Princess Helena of Waldeck, Duchess of Albany, also bore witness to this hereditary condition as she mourned at the coffin of her husband, Duke of Albany in 1884. Yet amidst these somber moments lies glimpses into a young boy's life. In black-and-white photographs capturing Alexei playing on Livadia beach or sepia-toned snapshots showcasing him at age 12 in 1916, we see resilience despite adversity. His father Nicholas II stands proudly beside him in military uniform during those tumultuous times. This genetic anomaly was not limited to royalty alone; it affected individuals like Prince Leopold (1853-1884), Duke of Albany. As seen through historical records documenting his funeral procession entering Windsor Castle in 1884, society grappled with understanding and managing haemophilia even then. Haemophilia serves as a poignant reminder that afflictions do not discriminate based on social status or lineage. It highlights how medical science has advanced over time while shedding light on the human stories behind these conditions—a testament to our shared vulnerability and strength when facing genetic legacies passed down through generations.