Alix's letter to Queen Victoria, dated December 20, 1879

Source:

Alexandra Feodorovna: Diaries and Correspondence, volume 1: Princess of Hesse, 1872-1893, pages 9 to 10, by George Hawkins, 2023

The letter:

December 20th 1879
Dearest Grandmama,
I wish you a very happy Christmas and still happier new year —

I send much love and many many kisses to you and Aunties & Uncles. I am learning to knit mittens for poor people.
Goodbye, dearest Grandmama,
Your loving Grandchild
Alix

Above: Alix.

Above: Queen Victoria.