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King Christian IX
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King Christian IX
King Christian IX of Denmark, with his wife, Queen Louise of Hesse-Cassel, daughter Queen Alexandra, her daughter Princess Louise of Wales and her baby, Maud Duff (b. 1893)
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1818 1893 Alexandra Cassel Danish Denmark Duff Hesse Louise Maud
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This photograph captures a heartwarming moment in royal history, featuring King Christian IX of Denmark (1818-1906) with his beloved wife, Queen Louise of Hesse-Cassel (1817-1898), their daughter, Queen Alexandra of the United Kingdom (1844-1925), her daughter, Princess Louise of Wales (1867-1931), and Princess Louise's baby, Maud Marjorie Duff (b. 1893). The image, taken in 1906, showcases the deep familial bonds between the Danish and British royal families. King Christian IX, affectionately known as "Father-in-law of Europe," is seated in a comfortable chair, surrounded by his daughters and granddaughter. Queen Louise, dressed elegantly in a high necked blouse and long skirt, sits to the king's right, her hand resting gently on his shoulder. Queen Alexandra, wearing a flowing dress and a crown adorned with pearls, stands behind her mother, her hand protectively placed on her daughter's shoulder. Princess Louise, a young mother, cradles her baby girl, Maud, in her arms, gazing down at her with a loving expression. The connection between the Danish and British royal families is evident in this photograph. Queen Alexandra was the eldest daughter of King Christian IX, and she married the future King Edward VII of the United Kingdom in 1863. Their daughter, Princess Louise of Wales, married the future King Haakon VII of Norway in 1896, further strengthening the ties between the European monarchies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex web of royal relationships that shaped European history in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The warm and affectionate scene captured in the image stands as a testament to the enduring bonds between family members and the importance of familial connections in the royal world.
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