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On 13th March 1892, Louis, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, husband of Princess Alice and Son-in-law of Queen Victoria, died aged just 54 at New Palace, Grand Duchy of Hesse. Princess Alice and Prince Louise of Hesse in July 1862©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III 2024 “A dreadful day, one… Continue reading Queen Victorias Journal: The death of Louis, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, 13th March 1892
“Scarcely got any sleep. Towards morning heard all the preparations for today's ceremony going on. It tired me terribly. Alice got up & came & kissed me & I gave her my blessing & a Prayer Book, like one dear Mama gave me on our happy wedding morning. — Got up earlier & breakfasted with… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal- The Wedding of Princess Alice and Prince Louis of Hesse, 1st July 1862
On 1st July 1862, Princess Alice, third child of Queen Victoria, married Prince Louis of Hesse in the Dining Room at Osborne House. The marriage of Princess Alice, 1st July 1862 by George Housman Thomas©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III In 1860, Victoria and Albert began making plans to find Alice a… Continue reading The wedding of Princess Alice and Prince Louis of Hesse