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Queen Adelaide

Widow of William IV, who had a strained relationship with Victoria.

minor

Also known as Poor Queen Adelaide

First appearance: i antecedents

Queen Adelaide shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Amiable and disappointed, she tries to smooth over the King's conflicts with the Duchess and writes affectionate letters to Victoria.
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  • Extended Court and Historical Figures
  • Early Court Circle
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See Queen Adelaide in i antecedents