Hereditary Collection (#2)

Princess Cecile George Donatus of Hesse and sons
Princess Cecilie of Greece (1911-1937), known as Cecile, pictured with her husband, Hereditary Grand Duke Georg Donatus of Hesse and by Rhine and their two eldest children

Princess Cecile of Greece with eldest child, Ludwig
Princess Cecilie of Greece (1906-1969), Hereditary Grand Duchess of Hesse & by Rhine, pictured with her first child, Prince Ludwig, born October 1931

Friedrich Franz, Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Friedrich Franz, Hereditary Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (19102001) - heir apparent to the throne of Mecklenburg-Schwerin and a member of the SS

Duke of Saxe-Coburg Gotha and Prince of Teck with Family
(back row -right) Charles Edward, Duke of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha (1884-1954) - A male-line grandson of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Nude jigsaw
DNA jigsaw. Conceptual computer artwork of a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) molecule formed by pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. This could represent piecing together information about DNA

Genetic sequence. Printout of the genetic code of a single strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). DNA normally comprises two spiralling paired strands of sugar phosphates that are linked by

Gregor Mendel, caricature
Gregor Mendel (1822-1884). Caricature of the Austrian botanist and founder of genetics Gregor Johann Mendel. Mendel, the abbot of an abbey in Brno, Austria

Genealogical table of the kings and queens of England, 1902. Illustration from The Illustrated London News Record of The Coronation Service and Ceremony, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, (London)

WILLIAM IV (1711-1751). First hereditary stadtholder of the Netherlands. Engraving

Man in uniform with various medals
Profile portrait of man in uniform with various medals attached to the lapel of his coat. Lithographed by C. Hullmandel after M. Gauci. H.R.H. Don Francis

Source Size = 1835 x 2334
The Hereditary Grand Duke Nicholas Alexandrovitch of Russia, Czarevitch

William Archibald Spooner (1844-1930) British clergyman and educationalist. Albino, suffered poor eyesight. Spoonerisms (matathesis) named for him (i.e)

Nicholas II (1868-1918) Emperor of Russia from 1894 with his son Alexis (1904-1918), the Tsarevich, in military uniform. Alexis was a haemophiliac. After a photograph

Robert Lowe, lst Viscount Sherbrooke (1811-1892) British statesman. In 1868 appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer by Gladstone. Raised to peerage as Viscount Sherbrooke in 1880

Human chromosome pair, SEM
Human chromosome. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a human chromosome as a pair of identical copies called chromatids. These form as part of chromosome replication during cell division

Genetic research, conceptual image C014 / 1256
Genetic research. Conceptual image of a molecular model of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) being held on a human hand

Cystic fibrosis, conceptual artwork C015 / 5022
Cystic fibrosis, conceptual computer artwork. Molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, blue) partly covered in mucus (yellow) surrounded by salt (NaCl) molecules

Fertilisation, artwork C016 / 7516
Fertilisation. Cutaway computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoa) penetrating an egg (large). The nucleus of the sperm cell will fuse with the egg and its DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Fertilisation, artwork C016 / 7515
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoa) penetrating an egg (large)

Elliptocytosis, light micrograph
Elliptocytosis. Light micrograph of red blood cells in a case of elliptocytosis. Red blood cells (erythrocytes) carry oxygen and carbon dioxide to and from body tissues

Malignant histiocytosis, light micrograph
Malignant histiocytosis. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of malignant histiocytosis. Hystiocytosis is an excess number of histiocytes

Chediak-Higashi syndrome, micrograph
Chediak-Higashi syndrome. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of Chediak-Higashi syndrome. The cells include neutrophil white blood cells with abnormal granules

Alders anomaly, light micrograph
Alders anomaly. Light micrograph of an abnormal lymphocyte white blood cell (centre) from a blood sample in a case of Alders anomaly

Jeune syndrome, X-ray C018 / 0410
Jeune syndrome. X-ray of the chest of a 2 year old with Jeune syndrome, also known as asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy. This inherited disease affects the development of the bones and cartilage

Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis, MRI scan C018 / 0504
Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain of a 46 year old patient with cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX)

Jeune syndrome, CT scans C018 / 0411
Jeune syndrome. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of the chest of a 2 year old with Jeune syndrome, also known as asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy

Sperm cells, artwork C018 / 7004
Sperm cells. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa) swimming through the cilia (hair-like) that line the uterus (womb)

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 6998
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa, white) surrounding an egg (round, centre). Only a single sperm cell can penetrate and fertilise the egg

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 6995
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoon, purple) penetrating an egg (red, right)

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 7003
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoon, purple) penetrating an egg (red, bottom)

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 7001
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa, blue) swimming towards an egg (round) in the distance

Sperm cells, artwork C018 / 7002
Sperm cells. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa), showing their torpedo-shaped heads, and long tails that they use for propulsion

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 6994
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoon, purple) penetrating an egg (red, right)

Fertilisation, artwork C018 / 6997
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa, white) surrounding an egg (round, centre). Only a single sperm cell can penetrate and fertilise the egg

Sperm cells, artwork C018 / 7000
Sperm cells. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa), showing their torpedo-shaped heads, and long tails that they use for propulsion

Sperm cells, artwork C018 / 6999
Sperm cells. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa), showing their torpedo-shaped heads, and long tails that they use for propulsion

Genetic research, conceptual image C014 / 1255
Genetic research. Conceptual image of a molecular model of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) being examined through a magnifying glass

Mendelian inheritance, artwork
Mendelian inheritance. Computer artwork showing the possible genetic outcomes for the offspring of parents that are both heterozygous (have two different alleles, or forms)

Fertilisation, artwork C013 / 4647
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoa) penetrating an egg (large)

Sperm cells, artwork C013 / 4645
Sperm cells. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa), showing their torpedo-shaped heads, and long tails that they use for propulsion

Fertilisation, artwork C013 / 4646
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa) swimming towards an egg (left)

Fertilisation, artwork C013 / 4643
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa) swimming towards an egg (bright) in the distance

Fertilisation, artwork C013 / 4644
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of numerous sperm cells (spermatozoa) swimming towards an egg (bright) in the distance

Naiche - Hereditary chief - Chiricahua Apaches. Naiche, Chiricahua Apache chief, half-length portrait, facing left, dressed in a military uniform decorated with medals. Date c1898

HRH The Hereditary Prince Danilo of Montenegro
HRH The Hereditary Prince Daniel (Danilo Aleksandar Petrovic-Njegos) of Montenegro (1871 - 1939) Date: circa 1910s

Male white lion and cub (Panthera leo krugeri) playing. The white lion is only found in wildlife reserves in South Africa, where it is selectively bred

Female sex chromosomes. Computer artwork of human X chromosomes (pink). In the background are female gender symbols. The X chromosome is one of two sex chromosomes

Male chromosome set
Male human chromosome set. Computer artwork of the complete set (karyotype) of healthy male human chromosomes. Humans have 46 chromosomes in most cells

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"Unraveling the Hereditary Code: Exploring the Nucleotide Base Matrix and Genetic Sequences" In the world of genetics, hereditary traits hold a fascinating allure. From Gregor Mendel, the Austrian botanist who laid the foundation for our understanding of inheritance, to modern-day advancements in DNA sequencing, we continue to unlock the secrets encoded within our genes. One such revelation lies in mitochondrial DNA – a unique genetic sequence inherited exclusively from our mothers. This intricate web of nucleotide bases provides valuable insights into our ancestry and evolutionary history. Looking back through time, we encounter captivating stories woven by heredity. Take, for instance, the wedding between Cecile of Greece and Georg Donatus Hesse – descendants of both German Emperor and Empress Frederick. Their union not only united two noble families but also brought together diverse genetic lineages. Princess Charlotte of Monaco's marriage in 1928 further exemplifies how hereditary ties transcend borders. As she exchanged vows with Prince Pierre de Polignac, their union intertwined different bloodlines while passing down cherished traditions. However, it is perhaps Princess Cecilie of Greece and Grand Duke Georg Donatus who epitomize the profound impact of heredity on individuals' lives. From their engagement to their marriage ceremony itself – every step marked by an unbreakable bond formed through shared genetics. As time went on, Cecile of Greece and Georg Donatus Hesse welcomed sons into their family tree – a testament to how hereditary traits are passed down through generations. These young princes carry within them not just royal lineage but also an intricate tapestry woven by countless ancestors before them. The story behind "hereditary" stretches far beyond mere biology; it encompasses tales that shape nations and define legacies. It reminds us that each individual carries within themselves a remarkable blend of genetic heritage - connecting us all as partakers in this grand journey called life.