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3 days ago · Victoria (born May 24, 1819, Kensington Palace, London, England—died January 22, 1901, Osborne, near Cowes, Isle of Wight) was the queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1837–1901) and empress of India (1876–1901).
Jun 9, 2024 · Victoria - Queen, United Kingdom, Accession: In the early hours of June 20, 1837, Victoria received a call from the archbishop of Canterbury and the lord chamberlain and learned of the death of William IV, third son of George III.
Jun 18, 2024 · Victorian era, the period between about 1820 and 1914, corresponding roughly to the period of Queen Victoria’s reign (1837–1901) and characterized by a class-based society, a growing number of people able to vote, a growing state and economy, and Britain’s status as the most powerful empire in the world.
Jun 28, 2024 · The coronation of Queen Victoria took place on June 28, 1838, and she ruled Britain for over 60 years. What effect did her reign have on her subjects? Here we take a look at the legacy of Queen Victoria.
Jun 13, 2024 · Queen Charlotte, born Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz on May 19, 1744, was the daughter of Duke Charles Louis Frederick of Mecklenburg-Strelitz and Princess Elizabeth Albertina of...
Jun 25, 2024 · In this well-known picture Queen Victoria is skilfully depicted as both sovereign and mother. The scene is one of domestic harmony, peace and happiness, albeit with many allusions to royal status: grandeur in the form of jewels and furniture, tradition (through the Order of the Garter) and the continuation of the royal lineage.
Jun 24, 2024 · Queen Victoria in open carriage led by mounted troops passes in procession along decorated crowd lined streets. The Queen is holding a sunshade. British Pathe
