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Duke of Clarence / Downey
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE Elder son of Edward VII, died of pneumonia aged 28
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1864 1892 Age D Avondale Clarence Cleveland Died Downey Elder Jack Pneumonia Ripper Scandal Suspect Victor Albert
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This evocative photograph captures a young and troubled Albert Victor, Duke of Clarence and Avondale, elder son of King Edward VII, in the year 1892. The Duke, who was known as 'Eddy' or 'Jack' to his family and friends, was only 28 years old when he tragically died of pneumonia at Sandringham House in Norfolk. His untimely death came amidst a series of scandals that had tarnished his reputation and raised suspicions about his involvement in the infamous Jack the Ripper murders in Whitechapel, London, in 1888. Born on January 8, 1864, Albert Victor was the eldest son of the future King Edward VII and his wife, Princess Alexandra of Denmark. He was a popular figure among the British public, known for his good looks, charisma, and adventurous spirit. However, his life took a turn for the worse when he became embroiled in a series of scandals, including an affair with a commoner, Lillie Langtry, and allegations of drunkenness and debauchery. Despite these scandals, Albert Victor remained a favorite of his father, who saw him as the natural heir to the throne. However, his health began to decline in the early 1890s, and he was diagnosed with tuberculosis. Although he appeared to recover, he contracted pneumonia in the winter of 1892 and died on January 14, 1892, just a few days after his 28th birthday. The circumstances of Albert Victor's death have long been the subject of speculation and conspiracy theories. Some believe that he was actually Jack the Ripper, while others suspect that he was murdered to prevent him from ascending to the throne. However, there is no concrete evidence to support these theories, and Albert Victor remains a tragic figure in British royal history, a young man whose life was cut short by illness and scandal.
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