Princess Victoria of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld
German Princess, mother of Queen Victoria
Born
Died
1861
165 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Born into the Saxe-Coburg family, this princess married Edward, Duke of Kent, the fourth son of King George III. The union produced one daughter, who later became Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. The princess served a pivotal role in the family circle, fostering connections between the German and British royal families. Her lineage had a lasting influence on European monarchies. She passed away in 1861.
Mother of Queen Victoria
Influenced British royal lineage
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