Discovering the secret life of Queen Victoria since 2018
Upon waking up on 14th August 1862, Queen Victoria received the news that her third grandchild, “a strong big boy”, had been born at the Crown Prince’s Palace in Berlin. Albert William Henry - known simply as Prince Henry - was the third child of Princess Victoria and her husband, Prince Friedrich of Prussia (later… Continue reading The life of Prince Henry of Prussia
Hi everyone I hope you’re all having a wonderful new year so far! I know this isn’t my usual kind of blog but unfortunately, once again, I haven’t had much choice but to share this. I know money is tight for everyone this time of year, but recently I’ve been struggling financially and am unable… Continue reading Reach out for help
At 6am on 26th February 1869, Princess Helena, fifth child of Queen Victoria, gave birth to her second child, Prince Albert, at Frogmore House in Windsor. At the time of his birth, Queen Victoria was staying at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. In her journal the Queen wrote that she was “most truly… Continue reading The life of Prince Albert of Schleswig-Holstein
At 5am on 23rd November 1886, Prince Alexander of Battenberg, eldest child of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenberg, was born at Windsor Castle. In her journal Queen Victoria described how the “little bundle” had “screamed tremendously” before being placed in her arms and presented to Home Secretary, Lord Cross, in the Audience Room.… Continue reading The life of Alexander Mountbatten, 1st Marques of Carisbrooke
I’m currently working on a new mini project and I’d love to know which historical sites/ museums are your favourite. They can be anywhere in the world. My personal favourite is Osborne House, let me know yours in the comments below!
According to Queen Victoria’s journal, at ‘10 m. past 2’ on 21st May 1889, Princess Beatrice of Battenberg ‘gave birth to a fine large Bay’ at Windsor Castle ‘without any difficulty’. Prince Leopold (left) and his brother, Prince Maurice, in April 1895Royal Collection Trust/ ©️ HM King Charles III Known as ‘Leo’ by his family… Continue reading The life of Prince Leopold of Battenberg, later Lord Leopold Mountbatten
On 3rd May 1870, Princess Helena Victoria was born at Frogmore House, Windsor. She was the third child and eldest daughter of Princess Helena and Prince Christian of Schleswig-Holstein. Queen Victoria described the day in her journal: ‘A fine sunny morning. - Walked & drove with Louise in the small pony carriage. - Greatly surprised,… Continue reading The life of Princess Helena Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein
Born at Windsor Castle on 14th April 1867, Prince Christian Victor was the eldest child of Princess Helena and her husband, Prince Christian of Schleswig-Holstein. He was christened in the Private Chapel at Windsor Castle on 21st May, when he received the names Christian Victor Albert Louis Ernst Anton. His godparents included: Queen Victoria; Christian… Continue reading The life of Prince Christian Victor of Schleswig-Holstein
In the early hours of St Patrick’s day (17th March) 1886, a new Princess was born at Buckingham Palace. Described as ‘a dear pretty little thing’ by Queen Victoria, Princess Patricia was the youngest child of Prince Arthur and his wife, Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia. She was christened on 1st May at St Anne’s… Continue reading “A sweet affectionate little child”: The life of Patricia of Connaught, later Lady Patricia Ramsay
In October 1867 Prince Alfred became the first British royal to visit South Australia as part of a worldwide tour with the Navy. The trip itself lasted five months and had been a success until an Irish man, named Henry James O'Farrell, attempted to assassinate the Prince. The scene of the attackSource: The Dictionary of… Continue reading Henry James O’Farrell’s attempt to assassinate Prince Alfred.
On 25th November 1876, Princess Victoria Melita was born at San Anton Palace in Malta, where her father had been stationed in the Navy. She was the third child of Prince Arthur Duke of Edinburgh (later, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha) and his wife, Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna Russia. That evening Queen Victoria received a… Continue reading The life of Princess Victoria Melita of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
Born at Marlborough house at half past 6 in the morning of 20th February 1867, Princess Louise entered the world four months premature and was immediately surrounded by fears over her mother’s health. Princess Alexandra, daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark, had fallen ill with rheumatic fever towards the end of her pregnancy. Her… Continue reading The life of Princess Louise, Duchess of Fife