Athlone Collection

Athlone and River Shannon, County Westmeath, Ireland
Athlone and River Shannon, County Westmeath, Republic of Ireland, showing the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. circa 1970s

Marriage certificate, Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip
Marriage certificate of Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor (Princess Elizabeth, later Queen Elizabeth II) and Philip Mountbatten (Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh)

Royal Wedding 1904 -- Houses of Albany and Teck
Princess Alice of Albany, later Countess of Athlone (seated) (1883-1981) and Prince Alexander of Teck, later Alexander Cambridge, 1st Earl of Athlone (1874-1957), photographed on their wedding day

British Royal Family at Elsick House in 1931
At Elsick House, Scotland in 1931: (l to r in front) Lady Maud Carnegie (younger sister of the Duchess of Fife and a granddaughter of King Edward VII), Queen Mary holding Mauds son James

William Keogh, Mp
WILLIAM NICHOLAS KEOGH MP for Athlone and Attorney-General

Lough Ree near Athlone, County Westmeath, Republic of Ireland

Castle Street and Barracks, Athlone, County Westmeath Date: 1907

Boating on the Shannon, Athlone, Co Westmeath by P O Toole
Boating on the Shannon, Athlone, County Westmeath, Republic of Ireland by P O Toole

H. R. H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Artist: WD & HO Wills
H.R.H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Portraits of European Royalty, Willss Cigarette Cards, Bristol & London

Royal Wedding 1904 - Tatler front cover
Prince Alexander of Teck (Earl of Athlone) and his bride, Princess Alice of Albany appearing on the front cover of The Tatler on their wedding day in 1904. Date: 1904

Teck / Alice / Postcard
PRINCESS ALICE OF ALBANY COUNTESS of ATHLONE Granddaughter of Queen Victoria, wife of Prince Alexander of Teck

River Shannon, Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland; Canal Barge

RMMV Athlone Castle 1st Class dining saloon, Union-Castle Line

RMMV Athlone Castle, a passenger ship of the Union Castle Line

The Duchess of York's Brothers. Sitting down is Prince Adolphus of Teck, 1st Marquess of Cambridge (August 1868- October 1927)

Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981) was the sister-in-law of Queen Mary. By the time of her death, she was the last surviving grandchild of Queen Victoria. Date: 1939

Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, with others
Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester (1901-2004) was born Lady Alice Douglas Scott. In 1935 she married Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, the third son of King George V

RMMV Athlone Castle by Bernard W. Church

John McCormack (1884-1945). Born in Athlone, Ireland. Famous operatic tenor. Date: circa 1912

John McCormack (chromolitho)
666949 John McCormack (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John McCormack. Cigarette card, from series on Musical Celebrities, published by Wills)

Queen Mary at the Epsom Derby, Surrey
Queen Mary at the Epsom Derby horserace, Surrey, greeted by Lord Rosebery, with the Earl of Athlone (centre back), on 4 June 1949. 1949

Sketches of Goldsmiths "Deserted Village, "Lishoy or Auburn, near Athlone (engraving)
1625950 Sketches of Goldsmiths " Deserted Village, " Lishoy or Auburn, near Athlone (engraving) by Wimperis, Edmund Morison (1835-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Depopulation of Ireland (engraving)
1625590 The Depopulation of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Depopulation of Ireland)

The assault on Athlone AD 1691 (litho)
1074160 The assault on Athlone AD 1691 (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassells History of England published by Cassell and Company Limited circa 1920)

Athlone (engraving)
3653797 Athlone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athlone. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer, A General Dictionary of Geography (Blackie)

Public arms: Athlone; Kingston-on-Thames; Keighley; Athenry; Camelford (engraving)
6008951 Public arms: Athlone; Kingston-on-Thames; Keighley; Athenry; Camelford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches from Ireland (engraving)
1099508 Sketches from Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from Ireland)

The Earl and Countess of Athlone (b / w photo)
6033966 The Earl and Countess of Athlone (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl and Countess of Athlone. HRH Princess Alice)

Goldsmiths House, Lissoy, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Goldsmiths House, Lissoy, 1845. The childhood home of Irish writer and dramatist Oliver Goldsmith: About six miles from Athlone, in the County Longford, is situated the small

Elmbridge KT10 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Elmbridge KT10 0

The Marina, Athlone, County Westmeath, Republic of Ireland

Athlone, Multi-View (boating), Republic of Ireland

HRH Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone, 1937
HRH Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981), 1937. She was the last surviving grandchild of Queen Victoria and held the titles of Princess of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha

Major General The Earl of Athlone, 1937
Alexander Cambridge, 1st Earl of Athlone, 1st Earl of Athlone (1874-1957), 1937. He was a British military commander and major-general who served as Governor-General of the Union of South Africa

Princess Alexander of Teck with Princess May and Prince Rupert, c1907. Artist: Stuart Richmond
Princess Alexander of Teck with Princess May and Prince Rupert, c1907. A granddaughter of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, Princess Alice (1883-1981) married Prince Alexander of Teck in 1904

Irish copper-alloy curved mount, 6th century
Irish copper-alloy curved mount, found in the River Shannon, near Athone, 6th century

Queen Mary, Princess Alice & Earl of Athlone and others
A European Royal Gathering. (from left - top row): Elisabeth of Bavaria, Queen of Belgium (1876-1965), Queen Mary of Teck (1867-1953), Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981)

Princess Helena of Waldeck and Pyrmont with her children
Princess Helena of Waldeck and Pyrmont (1861 - 1922), married to Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany, the youngest son of Queen Victoria, and daughter of the Prince of Waldeck-Pyrmont

Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone & her children
Princess Alice of Albany, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981), daughter of Prince Leopold and granddaughter of Queen Victoria

Portrait Godard baron van Reede-Ginckel count
Portrait of Godard, baron van Reede-Ginckel, count of Athlone, armor, wedge, Godard baron of Reede-Ginckel (count of Athlone), Pieter Schenk (I) (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1670 - 1713, paper

Portrait Godard van Reede Bust van Godard baron van Reede-Ginckel
Portrait of Godard van Reede, Bust van Godard, baron van Reede-Ginckel, count of Athlone in an oval with around his neck the sign of the Order of the Elephant

River Shannon, Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland; Riverside Town At Night

Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland; Dock At Dawn

Prince Alexander of Teck (1874-1957), later Earl of Athlone, brother of Queen Mary, who had recently been promoted to the rank of Brigadier-General on General Staff

Royal Wedding 1904 -- Princess Alice of Albany
Princess Alice of Albany, later Countess of Athlone (1883-1981), photographed at the time of her marriage to Prince Alexander of Teck, later Alexander Cambridge, 1st Earl of Athlone (1874-1957)

Princess Alice of Albany, Countess of Athlone, Princess of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, Granddaughter of Queen Victoria, wife of Prince Alexander of Teck (1883-1981). Date: circa 1905

Duke of Saxe-Coburg Gotha and Prince of Teck with Family
(back row -right) Charles Edward, Duke of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha (1884-1954) - A male-line grandson of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Brantridge Park
The scene of the wedding reception for Lady May Cambridge after her marriage to Captain Henry Abel Smith, Brantridge Park in Sussex

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Discover the enchanting town of Athlone, nestled along the picturesque River Shannon in County Westmeath, Ireland. This historic place has witnessed extraordinary events throughout its existence. Did you know that it holds a connection to one of the most iconic royal weddings? The marriage certificate of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip was signed here in 1947. But this is not the only link between Athlone and royalty. In 1904, two noble houses, Albany and Teck, united in a grand royal wedding. The British Royal Family even graced Athlone with their presence at Elsick House in 1931. Athlone's rich history goes beyond regal affairs. It boasts notable figures like William Keogh, an influential Member of Parliament who left his mark on Irish politics. And let's not forget about the breathtaking natural beauty surrounding this town – Lough Ree near Athlone offers tranquil waters perfect for boating adventures. Speaking of boating, P O Toole captured the essence of leisurely days on the Shannon with his stunning artwork "Boating on the Shannon. " Imagine yourself gliding through these serene waters while taking in all that Athlone has to offer. The River Shannon itself plays a significant role in shaping this charming town's identity. Its majestic flow intertwines with canals as canal barges navigate its waters – creating a unique blend of nature and human ingenuity. Delve into historical treasures from years gone by; behold H. R. H. , PSS Alexander of Teck depicted beautifully by WD & HO Wills' artistry dating back to 1908. These captivating images transport you back to another era when elegance reigned supreme. As you wander through Castle Street and Barracks, soak up the atmosphere where history comes alive before your eyes. You'll feel as if you've stepped onto Tatler's front cover featuring highlights from that unforgettable royal wedding held here over a century ago. Athlone's allure extends beyond its royal connections.