Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg

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Queen Victoria Eugenia of Spain by Kaulak
Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg
Born24 October 1887
Balmoral Castle, Scotland
Died15 April 1969
Lausanne, Switzerland
SpouseAlfonso XIII of Spain
Names
Victoria Eugenie Julia Ena
HouseHouse of Battenberg
FatherPrince Henry of Battenberg
MotherPrincess Beatrice of the United Kingdom


Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg (Victoria Eugenie Julia Ena; 24 October 1887 – 15 April 1969) was a member of the House of Battenberg and the Queen consort of Alfonso XIII of Spain. She was born at Balmoral Castle in Scotland to Prince Henry of Battenberg and Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom.

Victoria Eugenie married Alfonso XIII of Spain and became the Queen consort of Spain. The couple had several children together.

During her time as Queen consort, Victoria Eugenie was known for her involvement in various charitable activities and her support for social causes.

Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg passed away on 15 April 1969 in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD