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The Tudor's Dynasty podcast.

Hello and welcome back to the Tudors Dynasty podcast.

I'm your host, Rebecca Larson.

Queen Victoria's life was one of profound highs and devastating lows, a journey that began with early loss and strife, but ultimately shaped the course of British history.

Born into a world where a royal succession hung in the balance,

she ascended to the throne under extraordinary circumstances, navigating personal challenges and political intrigue to become one of the longest reigning monarchs in history.

From her childhood marked by the rigid Kensington system to her passionate marriage

with Prince Albert, Victoria's reign was both a testament to her strength and an exploration of her

deep sorrow. Her devotion to family, her pioneering influence on British culture, and her deep mourning following

Albert's death, left a huge mark on her legacy. Join us as we take a closer look at the

life and reign of Queen Victoria, a monarch who became a symbol of strength, resilience, and enduring love.

The mother of the future Queen Victoria was Marie-Louise Victoire, Dowager Princess, of Leinigan.

Born in Coburg in August 1786, she was the daughter of Countess Augustus Royce of Aberstorff, and Francis, Duke of Saxe,

Zoffield. Her first marriage to the Prince of Leinigan resulted in two children, Princess Fedora of

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