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Queen Victoria & Empress Frederick of Prussia
Queen Victoria seated, together with her eldest daughter, Victoria, (affectionately known as Vicky ), Empress Frederick of Prussia, mother to Kaiser Wilhelm II. Taken 1893
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1893 Affectionately Eldest Empress Frederick Kaiser Prussia Wilhelm
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In this striking photograph, Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom (1819-1901) is seen seated next to her eldest daughter, Victoria, Princess Royal and later Empress Frederick of Prussia (1840-1901). The image, taken in 1893, captures a tender moment between mother and daughter. Queen Victoria, dressed in a dark gown and adorned with her Grand Star of the Order of the Garter, exudes an air of regal authority. Her daughter, Empress Frederick, wearing a simple white blouse and a dark skirt, looks affectionately at her mother. Empress Frederick, who was married to Kaiser Friedrich III of Prussia (1831-1888) from 1858 until his death in 1888, is affectionately known as "Vicky." She played a significant role in the political and social life of both the United Kingdom and Prussia. Her marriage to the future Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941) was a source of tension between the two countries, as Wilhelm's unconventional behavior and pro-German sympathies clashed with his mother's British loyalties. The photograph, taken when Queen Victoria was 74 years old and Empress Frederick was 53, offers a glimpse into the complex relationship between these two powerful women. The image is a poignant reminder of the personal bonds that transcended political boundaries and shaped European history in the late 19th century. The photograph is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the lives of two influential women who left indelible marks on their respective countries. It is a testament to the enduring bond between a mother and her eldest child, as well as the intricate web of relationships that shaped European history during this period.
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