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Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection

Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert, also known as Prince Alfred of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, was a member of the German royal family

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The Embarkation of Prince Alfred on board the 'Euryalus' on Wednesday week, 1858. Creator: Unknown

The Embarkation of Prince Alfred on board the "Euryalus" on Wednesday week, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Embarkation of Prince Alfred on board the "Euryalus" on Wednesday week - from a sketch by V. Jones, 1858. Naval cadet Alfred, accompanied by his father Prince Albert

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: H.M.S. 'Euryalus', the Vessel in which Prince Alfred takes his First Voyage to Sea, 1858

H.M.S. "Euryalus", the Vessel in which Prince Alfred takes his First Voyage to Sea, 1858. Creator: Smyth
H.M.S. "Euryalus", the Vessel in which Prince Alfred takes his First Voyage to Sea, 1858. On the return of the Euryalus from Cherbourg, where she attended as one of the squadron of honour

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Opening of the Royal Aquarium and Summer and Winter Garden, Westminster...1876. Creator: C. R

Opening of the Royal Aquarium and Summer and Winter Garden, Westminster...1876. Creator: C. R
Opening of the Royal Aquarium and Summer and Winter Garden, Westminster, by the Duke of Edinburgh, 1876. There was an assembly of nearly ten thousand ladies

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: H.M.S. 'Euryalus', with Prince Alfred on board, entering Simon's Bay, 1860. Creator: Unknown. H.M.S

H.M.S. "Euryalus", with Prince Alfred on board, entering Simon's Bay, 1860. Creator: Unknown. H.M.S
H.M.S. "Euryalus", with Prince Alfred on board, entering Simon's Bay, 1860. Queen Victoria's son, Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, became a naval cadet at the age of 14

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Review of Her Majesty's Troops and Volunteers at Cape Town by Prince Alfred... 1860

Review of Her Majesty's Troops and Volunteers at Cape Town by Prince Alfred... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Review of Her Majesty's Troops and Volunteers at Cape Town by Prince Alfred - from a sketch by T. W. Bowler, 1860. Queen Victoria's son makes an official visit to the Cape Colony

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Visit of the Prince of Wales and Prince Alfred to Messrs. Day and Son's Lithographic Establishment

Visit of the Prince of Wales and Prince Alfred to Messrs. Day and Son's Lithographic Establishment, [London], 1856. Royal visit to the printing workshop of the lithographers to the Queen

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Professor Faraday lecturing at the Royal Institution, before H.R.H

Professor Faraday lecturing at the Royal Institution, before H.R.H. Prince Albert, the Prince of Wal Creator: Unknown
Professor Faraday lecturing at the Royal Institution, before H.R.H. Prince Albert, the Prince of Wales, and Prince Alfred - from a sketch by Alexander Blaikley

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The Opening of the Edinburgh Exhibition by H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Opening of the Edinburgh Exhibition by H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Opening of the Edinburgh Exhibition by H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The Marriage of The Duke of Edinburgh with The Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna

The Marriage of The Duke of Edinburgh with The Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna, in The Winter Palace at St. Petersburg, January 23, 1874, (1901)

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Prince Alfred, c. 1860. Creator: John Jabez Edwin Mayall

Prince Alfred, c. 1860. Creator: John Jabez Edwin Mayall
Prince Alfred, c. 1860. [Portrait of Prince Alfred, son of Queen Victoria, as a teenager and wearing naval cadets uniform]. Albumen print

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Queen Victoria in Mourning, 1862. Creator: William Samuel Bambridge

Queen Victoria in Mourning, 1862. Creator: William Samuel Bambridge
Queen Victoria in Mourning, 1862

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The magnificent silver-gilt wine cooler, at Windsor Castle... 1844. Creator: Unknown

The magnificent silver-gilt wine cooler, at Windsor Castle... 1844. Creator: Unknown
The magnificent silver-gilt wine cooler, at Windsor Castle - scene in the Waterloo Gallery, at the Royal Christening, 1844

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: Christening of Prince Alfred in the Private Chapel, Windsor Castle, 1844

Christening of Prince Alfred in the Private Chapel, Windsor Castle, 1844. Queen Victorias son Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, is baptised by William Howley, Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The Electric Telegraph Station, at Slough, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Electric Telegraph Station, at Slough, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Electric Telegraph Station, at Slough, 1844. News of the birth of Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha is relayed to London

Background imageWettin Alfred Ernest Albert Collection: The Prince of Wales... laying the Foundation Stone of the new Eddystone Lighthouse

The Prince of Wales... laying the Foundation Stone of the new Eddystone Lighthouse
The Prince of Wales and the Duke of Edinburgh laying the Foundation Stone of the new Eddystone Lighthouse, August 19, 1879, (1901)


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Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert, also known as Prince Alfred of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, was a member of the German royal family. Born in 1874, he was the second son of Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany and Princess Helena of Waldeck and Pyrmont. Despite his royal lineage, Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert led a relatively quiet life away from the spotlight. He spent much of his early years studying at prestigious schools in Germany before eventually pursuing a career in the military. Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert served as an officer in the German army during World War I, where he distinguished himself for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield. After the war ended, Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert retired from active duty and focused on philanthropic efforts to support veterans and their families. He also devoted much of his time to promoting education and cultural exchange between Germany and other countries. Throughout his life, Wettin Alfred Ernest Albert remained dedicated to serving others and upholding the values of honor, integrity, and compassion. His legacy continues to inspire those who strive to make a positive impact on their communities.