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Marriage of Princess Beatrice: Osborne House
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Marriage of Princess Beatrice: Osborne House
The scene at Osborne House, Queen Victorias residence on the Isle of Wight, showing the marquees and guests on the lawn after the wedding of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenburg in July 1885. Date: 1st August 1885
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1 August 1885: A Scene of Royal Celebration at Osborne House after the Marriage of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenberg This evocative photograph captures the idyllic scene at Queen Victoria's beloved residence on the Isle of Wight, Osborne House, following the wedding of her eldest granddaughter, Princess Beatrice, to Prince Henry of Battenberg on 23 July 1885. The newlyweds exchanged vows in a private ceremony at St. James's Palace in London, but it was at Osborne House that the royal family and their guests gathered to celebrate the union in grand style. The photograph shows the sprawling lawns of Osborne House adorned with elegant marquees, where the festivities were in full swing. Guests, dressed in their finest attire, mingle and converse, enjoying the sunny day and the beautiful surroundings. The scene is one of joy and celebration, reflecting the happiness of the royal family and their guests on this momentous occasion. Princess Beatrice, the eldest daughter of Victoria's eldest son, Prince Albert Edward, was a popular figure in British society, known for her beauty, intelligence, and vivacious personality. Her marriage to Prince Henry, a German prince, caused some controversy due to the anti-German sentiment that was prevalent in the UK at the time. However, the wedding was a grand affair, attended by members of the British and European royal families, as well as high-ranking dignitaries and society figures. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the history of the British monarchy and the social customs of the late Victorian era. It offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of royal weddings and the importance of family and tradition in shaping the lives of the royal family and their subjects.
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