Explore the fascinating early life of Queen Victoria, from her isolated upbringing to her tumultuous relationship with her mother. Discover her awkward first meeting with Prince Albert, complete with humorous mishaps. Delve into the significance of her coronation and how she navigated the complexities of being both a constitutional monarch and a ruler of the vast British Empire. Unpack the duality of her legacy, marked by monumental events and personal challenges, shaping both Britain and its global relationships.
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Victoria's Unlikely Ascent
Victoria's birth was attended by important figures, yet few predicted her reign.
Within two decades, those present would bow to her as queen.
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Victoria's Two-Faced Reign
Queen Victoria's reign had a duality: outwardly benign, yet marked by war crimes like those of 1857.
She embodied both colonial authority and ideals of justice and charity.
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Victoria's Birth and Early Life
Victoria's father insisted she be born in England, even rushing her mother's journey.
He died during her infancy, leaving her mother, a problematic figure, in charge.
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