how long were queen victoria and prince albert married

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were married for almost 21 years , from 10 February 1840 until Albert’s death on 14 December 1861.

Quick Scoop

• Wedding date: 10 February 1840, at the Chapel Royal, St James’s Palace in London.

• End of the marriage: 14 December 1861, when Prince Albert died at Windsor Castle.

• Total length of marriage: Just under 21 years (about 21 years if rounded).

A brief love-story vibe

Their marriage is often remembered as a real royal love match rather than a purely political alliance, with Victoria famously deeply attached to Albert and devastated by his early death. After 1861 she wore mourning black for the rest of her life and continued to idealize their time together, which helped cement their image as one of history’s most iconic couples.

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