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Queen Victoria with her four great-grandchildren 1900
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Queen Victoria with her four great-grandchildren 1900
Queen Victoria with her four great-grandchildren taken at Osborne House, eldest standing next to Victoria, Prince David, future Edward VIII for one year in 1936 and then Duke of Windsor (1894 - 1972). Sitting on cushion, Prince Albert, the Duke of York known as Bertie, later George VI, (1895 - 1952). Seated on a wicker chair, Princess Mary, Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood (1897 - 1965). Baby been held by Queen Victoria, Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester (1900 - 1974). Date: August 1900
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This stunning print captures a rare and intimate moment with Queen Victoria and her four great-grandchildren at Osborne House in August 1900. The eldest of the children, Prince David, stands proudly next to his great-grandmother, who lovingly cradles the youngest child, Prince Henry. Sitting on a cushion is Prince Albert, known as Bertie, who would later become King George VI. Seated on a wicker chair is Princess Mary, the Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood.
The image exudes a sense of regal elegance and familial warmth as Queen Victoria gazes affectionately at her young descendants. Each child represents a different branch of the royal family tree, with their futures already written in history books.
Prince David would go on to briefly reign as Edward VIII before abdicating the throne in 1936 to marry Wallis Simpson. Prince Albert would unexpectedly ascend to kingship as George VI after his brother's abdication. Princess Mary would carve out her own path as an influential member of British society.
This photograph serves as a timeless reminder of the enduring legacy of Queen Victoria and her impact on generations to come within the British monarchy.
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