On 24th July 1860, Princess Charlotte of Prussia, daughter of Princess Victoria and granddaughter of Queen Victoria, was born at New Palace, Potsdam, Kingdom of Prussia.
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“Fine morning, but very showery later. — Soon after we sat down to breakfast, got a telegram from Fritz, to say that dear Vicky had had a daughter at 8.10 & that both were well. What joy! Mama so delighted to be still here. Am so thankful & relieved. — Out walking & drove Ly Augusta in the little Sardinian pony carriage. — Dear Mama left, to our regret, at 2. — Many telegrams of congratulations arriving, &c. — We rode with Alice & Col: Hardinge. — Excellent accounts of dear Vicky & the Baby, both so well thank God! — We dined alone with Alice. —“
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