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Prince Rupert of Teck
Photograph of Prince Rupert of Teck, son of Princess Alice of Albany and Prince Alexander of Teck. Ruperts grandfather was Prince Leopold, Queen Victorias youngest son. Through him, Rupert inherited haeomophilia, from which he died in a French hospital, after a car crash at the age of 21. His younger brother, Maurice, who died in infancy, may also have been haemophiliac
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Albany Alexander Alice Brother Crash Died Grandfather Haemophiliac Infancy Inherited Leopold Maurice Rupert Teck Younger Youngest
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Introducing our exquisite collection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the timeless image of Prince Rupert of Teck. This elegant design showcases a captivating photograph of Prince Rupert, son of Princess Alice of Albany and Prince Alexander of Teck. The image, rights-managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully captures the young prince's regal bearing and charisma. Perfect for any special occasion, our greeting cards are a thoughtful and unique way to express your sentiments. Let the rich history and classic beauty of this image add an air of sophistication to your correspondence."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this poignant photograph, Prince Rupert of Teck, the eldest son of Princess Alice of Albany and Prince Alexander of Teck, is seen in his youthful innocence. Born on January 20, 1874, Rupert was the grandson of Queen Victoria's youngest son, Prince Leopold of Albany. Rupert and his younger brother Maurice were unfortunate heirs to their grandfather's genetic condition, haemophilia. Haemophilia, a genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability to clot blood, had already claimed the lives of several members of the British Royal Family, including Queen Victoria's eldest daughter, Princess Royal Alice, and her granddaughter, Grand Duchess Alix of Russia. Rupert and Maurice, too, were fated to suffer from this debilitating condition. Despite the challenges that lay ahead, Rupert's childhood was filled with joy and promise. He was educated at Eton College and Sandhurst Military Academy, and was known for his athletic prowess and love of horses. However, his life was tragically cut short at the age of 21, following a car accident in France on December 14, 1919. Rupert's younger brother, Maurice, who died in infancy, may also have been a haemophiliac. The brothers' tragic fate served as a reminder of the genetic legacy of haemophilia within the royal family. Their grandfather, Prince Leopold, had inherited the condition from his mother, Queen Victoria, and had passed it on to his sons. This photograph, taken around 1919, captures a moment in time when Rupert's future was still full of possibilities. The sadness that would later be associated with his name is not yet evident in his bright, hopeful eyes. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictable nature of genetics.
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