Queen Victoria had a granddaughter who lived into the 80s (Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone 1883-1981)….

Queen Victoria, who ruled the British Empire from 1837-1901, had an enormous family, nine children and eventually 42 grandchildren spread across Europe’s royal houses. Because of that massive lineage, her influence stretched far beyond her own lifetime. One of her granddaughters, Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone, lived an astonishingly long life, born in 1883 and passing away in 1981 at age 97. That means someone directly connected to Queen Victoria lived well into the modern television era, overlapping with events like the moon landing, both World Wars, and the early rise of personal computers. It’s incredible to think about that historical bridge. Princess Alice herself led a fascinating life. She was one of the longest-living British royals and spent many years supporting charitable work, particularly during her time in Canada when her husband served as Governor General from 1940-1946. During World War II, she helped promote nursing services and support organizations for women serving in the war effort. Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone (1883–1981) is still recognized as the longest-lived British princess by birth (a “princess of the blood royal”). Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, who married into the royal family, holds the overall longevity record for any British royal. © British History Unveiled #archaeohistories