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Cecilie Collection (#2)

"Cecilie: A Royal Journey Through Time and Love" Step into the captivating world of Cecilie, a name that resonates with elegance, grace, and historical significance

Background imageCecilie Collection: Herzogin Cecilie

Herzogin Cecilie
circa 1900: The sailing ship Herzogin Cecilie under full sail. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageCecilie Collection: William the German Crown Prince and his wife

William the German Crown Prince and his wife
Portrait of Frederick William Victor Augustus Ernest, the German Crown Prince and his wife, the Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin

Background imageCecilie Collection: The Crown Prince of Prussias children

The Crown Prince of Prussias children in the late 1930s: (l to r) Friedrich (1911-1966), Cecilie (1917-1975), Wilhelm (1906-1940), Alexandrine (1915-1980) and Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994)

Background imageCecilie Collection: Prince Andrew of Greeces daughters

Prince Andrew of Greeces daughters
From left: Princess Theodora, Princess Sophie (the baby), Princess Margareta and Princess Cecilie of Greece, daughters of Prince Andrew of Greece and Princess Alice of Battenberg

Background imageCecilie Collection: Crown Prince and Princess of Prussia

Crown Prince and Princess of Prussia
Crown Prince Wilhelm of Prussia, (1882-1951), eldest son of Kaiser Wilhelm II, with his wife, Cecilie of Mecklenberg-Schwerin (1886-1954)

Background imageCecilie Collection: Princes Wilhelm (standing) and Louis Ferdinand of Prussia

Princes Wilhelm (standing) and Louis Ferdinand of Prussia
Queen Victorias first great-great-grandchildren, Princes Wilhelm (standing) and Louis Ferdinand of Prussia in the spring of 1908, children of Crown Prince Wilhelm and Crown Princess Cecilie

Background imageCecilie Collection: Kronprinz Wilhelm / Liz 09

Kronprinz Wilhelm / Liz 09
KRONPRINZ WILHELM Son of Kaiser Wilhelm II with his wife, Cecilie, and son, Wilhelm, in 1909

Background imageCecilie Collection: Crown Princess Defects

Crown Princess Defects
German Crown Princess Cecile, like her mother the Grand Duchess of Mecklenburg- Schwerin, resumes her Russian nationality as Germany goes to war with Russia

Background imageCecilie Collection: WOMENs RIGHTS UNIV 1882

WOMENs RIGHTS UNIV 1882
Ida Cecilie Thoresen was the first female student to Matriculate at Christiania (Oslo) University

Background imageCecilie Collection: Kronprinz Wilhelm / 1904

Kronprinz Wilhelm / 1904
KRONPRINZ WILHELM Son of Kaiser Wilhelm II with his fiancee Cecilie - they married in 1905

Background imageCecilie Collection: Cecilie Mecklenburg-Schw

Cecilie Mecklenburg-Schw
CECILIE von MECKLENBURG- SCHWERIN Wife of Crown Prince Wilhelm

Background imageCecilie Collection: Crown Prince Wilhelm

Crown Prince Wilhelm
KRONPRINZ WILHELM Eldest of the six sons of Kaiser Wilhelm II, known within his family as Little Willy. Married Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin




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"Cecilie: A Royal Journey Through Time and Love" Step into the captivating world of Cecilie, a name that resonates with elegance, grace, and historical significance. From her remarkable achievements on the tennis court to her royal lineage as Princess Andrew of Greece and Denmark, Cecilie Leitch's life was filled with extraordinary moments. One such moment took place during a thrilling match against Harold Hilton at Walton Heath. The intensity in their eyes mirrored their fierce determination to emerge victorious. Cecilie's skillful strokes left spectators in awe, showcasing her prowess on the court. Beyond her sporting triumphs, Cecilie's life intertwined with significant events that shaped history. As World War I raged on, she found herself near Middelkerke in Belgium at a coastal defense battery. Amidst the chaos of war, she stood strong alongside brave soldiers defending their homeland. Herzogin Cecilie graced the seas as it neared Falmouth in Cornwall—a majestic ocean liner carrying dreams and aspirations across vast waters. These grand vessels symbolized adventure and luxury—an era captured beautifully through 19 assorted postcards celebrating these magnificent ships. Love also played an enchanting role in Cecilie's story. The wedding between Cecile of Greece and Georg Donatus Hesse united two noble families amidst joyous celebrations—a union that would forever intertwine destinies. In 1913, Princess Victoria Louise & Princess Cecile donned uniforms radiating regal splendor—an image etched into history books capturing their youthful spirit during a time when Europe teetered on the brink of change. The marriage ceremony between Princess Theodora of Greece and her beloved showcased love's enduring power—a testament to familial bonds strengthened by shared experiences within aristocratic circles. Princess Cecile of Greece embarked upon an extraordinary journey when she met Grand Duke Georg Donatus—two souls destined for each other despite societal expectations or geographical boundaries. Their engagement marked the beginning of a love story that would transcend time.