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Prince Adalbert of Prussia and his wife
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Prince Adalbert of Prussia and his wife
Prince Adalbert of Prussia (1884-1948), third son of Kaiser Wilhelm II, with his wife Adelheid of Saxe-Meiningen (1891-1971). The couple were married at the Naval base at Wilhelmshaven on 3rd August 1914, the day Germany declared war on France
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1884 1891 1948 1971 Adalbert Declared Kaiser Married Meiningen Prussia Saxe Wilhelm Adelheid Base Wilhelmshaven
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This photograph captures the historic moment when Prince Adalbert of Prussia (1884-1948) and his bride, Princess Adelheid of Saxe-Meiningen (1891-1971), exchanged vows at the Naval base in Wilhelmshaven on August 3, 1914. The third son of Kaiser Wilhelm II, Prince Adalbert's marriage to Princess Adelheid took place on a fateful day in German history, as Germany declared war on France just hours after the ceremony. Surrounded by members of the German Imperial Family and high-ranking military officials, the couple's joyous union was a poignant reminder of the peace that was about to be shattered. Dressed in their wedding finery, the young couple stands before an impressive backdrop of German naval vessels, symbolizing the strength and might of the German Empire. With the sun setting behind them, the image captures the hope and optimism of a new beginning, even as the shadows of war loomed on the horizon. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era and a testament to the enduring power of love and commitment.
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