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Having spent most of his childhood living in the presence of his grandmother, Queen Victoria, Prince Alexander of Battenberg was known to be arrogant and egotistical. However, despite his high opinion of himself, Alexander would go on to serve in all three armed services and lived a reasonably modest life compared to his royal cousins.… Continue reading The military career and death of Prince Alexander of Battenberg
Princess Beatrice with Prince Alexander, dated December 1886 ©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III “A beautiful morning. — Had a letter from Clémentine announcing Ferdinand's being offered the throne of Bulgaria, & the great wish expressed, that he should accept, which he felt inclined to do, only wished to know what Russia… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The christening of Prince Alexander of Battenberg, 18th December 1886
Queen Victoria with Prince Alexander, dated 1886 ©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III "Was off & on with dear Beatrice, during the night. She was very patient & brave. All went well, & at 5, all was over, & she gave birth to a boy, who screamed tremendously, a cry that made… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The birth of Prince Alexander of Battenberg, 23rd November 1886