On 26th April 1866, the confirmation of Prince Arthur, seventh child of Queen Victoria, took place at Dt Mildred’s Church, Whippingham, Isle of Wight. “Very fine warm. — Took a short drive in the small pony phaeton with Lenchen. Resting, when I came in. — Shortly before 12 drove with Arthur to Whippingham Church, the… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The confirmation of Prince Arthur, 26th April 1866
“This was a terrible day, but one never to be forgotten! It dawned very dull & dark & unfortunately unlike yesterday, remained dull & dreary, & there was once or twice a little drizzle. — Slept fairly well, but awoke dreading what was before us. — Edward Weimar, Franz Teck & Dolly & Ernest Leiningen… Continue reading Queen Victorias Journal: The funeral of Henry of Battenberg, 5th February 1896
Princess Louise at Windsor castle on 7th March to commemorate her confirmation©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III “A beautiful morning. — Felt very low when I walk, thinking, & praying for our beloved fatherless Child, who was today to take upon herself her Baptismal vows. — At a little before 12 started… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The confirmation of Princess Louise, 21st January 1865
Princess Beatrice at the time of her confirmation ©️ Royal Collection Trust / HM King Charles III “Alas! a bad morning, after the fine days we have had, which was most provoking. Dear little Albert Victor's 10th birthday, which seems to me impossible. May he turn out well. - Breakfasted alone with darling Beatrice, &… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The confirmation of Princess Beatrice, 8th January 1874
When Princess Beatrice announced her desire to marry, Queen Victoria was certainly not amused and refused to speak to her favourite daughter for seven months, instead only communicating through written notes! Eventually, Victoria changed her mind and allowed Beatrice to marry Prince Henry of Battenberg on 23rd July 1885 at St Mildred’s Church, Whippingham, Isle… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journal: The wedding of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenberg, 23rd July 1885
