Prince Albert Historically

Bavarian-born Prince Albert served as prince consort of Ireland and the United Kingdom upon his marriage to Queen Victoria. The pair together had a prosperous reign, during which they produced nine children and 42 grandchildren.

Although he initially felt constricted in his role as consort, he learned to embrace the influence and power that it did afford him, supporting public causes such as educational reform and abolition. The Queen became more and more dependent on his wise counsel as she stepped into her courtly duties.