The Worst Year Of Anne’s Life
The year 1687 emerged as an unparalleled period of tribulation for Anne. A heartbreaking miscarriage, followed by her husband George’s bout with smallpox, set the stage for profound sorrow. Tragically, both of their infant daughters, Mary and Anne Sophia, succumbed to the infectious disease.
The couple, shattered by grief, mourned in solitude within the walls of their once-lavish palace. This devastating loss marked only the beginning of a harrowing year for Anne, as subsequent stillborns and familial struggles would further test her resilience and fortitude.
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