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The drug paradox of Queen Victoria: New book says she ‘loved’ drugs while empire sold opium worldwide
CultureTimes of India3mo ago

The drug paradox of Queen Victoria: New book says she ‘loved’ drugs while empire sold opium worldwide

During the reign of Queen Victoria, the British Empire profited heavily from exporting opium from colonial India to China, fuelling addiction and sparking the First Opium War after Chinese official Lin Zexu destroyed large shipments. The episode reveals a stark contradiction between Victorian moral ideals and an empire deeply reliant on the global narcotics trade.

Royal Christening Gown Worn by 62 Babies to Be Exhibited
Cultureobservador2mo ago

Royal Christening Gown Worn by 62 Babies to Be Exhibited

The historic royal christening gown, initiated by Queen Victoria and worn by 62 royal babies until 2004, will be exhibited at Buckingham Palace for the centenary of the previous monarch, with Queen Elizabeth II having commissioned a replica.

Queen Victoria Quote of the Day
CultureTimes of India1mo ago

Queen Victoria Quote of the Day

A quote attributed to Queen Victoria is featured as the 'Quote of the day': "Then, dear Mamma, I hope you will grant me the first request I make to you, as Queen. Let me be by myself for an hour."

The Duchess Transformed into a Flower
Sciencela-vanguardia1mo ago

The Duchess Transformed into a Flower

The article details how the Clivia miniata flower was named in honor of Charlotte Florentia Clive, who served as the governess to the future Queen Victoria, linking botany with historical figures.