Empress of India (1876-1901)
On 1 May 1876, Queen Victoria was proclaimed as Empress of India after the Indian Rebellion of 1857 led to the dissolution…
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Long May She Reign
In the early hours of 20 June 1837, William IV died at Windsor Castle having fulfilled his promise to live…
The Sorrow of Hesse
On a gloomy day in July 1862, Princess Alice, the second daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, married Prince…
British Royal Wedding Traditions
Many of the current royal wedding traditions were started by Queen Victoria, particularly the white wedding dress which was specifically…