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Tatler cover - Denison Battenberg engagement, WW1
Tatler front cover featuring Prince Alexander of Battenberg (1886-1960), later Marquess of Carisbrooke, son of Princess Beatrice (Princess Henry of Battenberg) and Lady Irene Denison, only daughter of Lord and Lady Londesborough pictured shortly after announcing their engagement. The Battenberg name was anglicised to Mountbatten shortly after this picture was published and Alexander was created Marquess of Carisbrooke in November 1917. Irene consequently became Marchioness of Carisbrooke. Date: 1917
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This Tatler cover from 1917 showcases the engagement of Prince Alexander of Battenberg (1886-1960) and Lady Irene Denison (1888-1961), daughter of Lord and Lady Londesborough. The couple's announcement of their engagement was met with great excitement in British high society, as Prince Alexander was the eldest son of Princess Beatrice (Princess Henry of Battenberg) and a grandnephew of Queen Victoria. The Battenberg name was anglicised to Mountbatten shortly after this photograph was published, and in November 1917, Alexander was created Marquess of Carisbrooke. Consequently, Irene became Marchioness of Carisbrooke. Prince Alexander is depicted in his military uniform as an officer, reflecting his service in the British Army during World War I. The couple's engagement came at a significant time in history, as the world was embroiled in the First World War, and the image of the happy couple against the backdrop of the conflict served to provide a sense of hope and normalcy to society. The elegance and sophistication of the Tatler cover perfectly capture the essence of the era's social scene and the excitement surrounding the engagement of this prominent royal couple. This photograph is a rare and valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in the lives of Prince Alexander and Lady Irene Denison, as well as a snapshot of the social and historical context of the time. The image is a testament to the enduring allure of royalty and the power of love to transcend even the most challenging of times.
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