The Grand Duke Sergius of Russia with his wife Princess Eliz
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The Grand Duke Sergius of Russia with his wife Princess Eliz
Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich of Russia (1857-1905)with his wife, Grand Princess Elizaveta Feodorovna, formerly Princess Elisabeth (Ella) of Hesse (1864-1918). Date: 25th February 1905
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1857 1864 25th Alexandrovich Elisabeth Eliz Elizaveta Ella Feodorovna Hesse Sergei Sergius
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This exquisite photograph captures a moment in time, as Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich of Russia (1857-1905) and his wife, Grand Princess Elizaveta Feodorovna (nee Elisabeth of Hesse, 1864-1918), share a tender moment on 25th February 1905. The Grand Duke, who served as the Governor-General of Moscow from 1891 until his assassination in 1905, is depicted in his military uniform, adorned with numerous decorations and orders. His wife, formerly Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine, is elegantly dressed in a flowing gown and a diamond diadem. Their union, which took place on 1st October 1894, was a significant event in Russian imperial history. The Grand Duchess, who was the eldest daughter of Grand Duke Ludwig IV of Hesse and Princess Alice of the United Kingdom, brought a strong German influence into the Russian court. This was particularly notable in the areas of education and culture, as she was a patron of the arts and a strong advocate for the advancement of women's rights. The couple's marriage was marked by tragedy, as they lost several children in infancy. Their eldest son, Grand Duke Georgi, survived into adulthood but was killed in a hunting accident in 1913. The Grand Duchess herself was assassinated during the Russian Revolution in 1918. Despite the challenges they faced, the Grand Duke and Grand Duchess remained devoted to each other and to their country. In this photograph, their love and commitment are palpable, making it a poignant reminder of a bygone era in Russian history.
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