Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark
Greek prince; father of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (1882-1944)
1882 — 1944
Quick Facts
Profession
Greek prince; father of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (1882-1944)
Born
February 2, 1882
Died
1944 (age ~62)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
military officer
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in Tatoi PalaceDied in Hotel Metropole
1882
Born in Tatoi Palace (1882-02-02)
1944
Died in Hotel Metropole
About
Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark was the seventh child and fourth son of King George I and Queen Olga of Greece. He was a grandson of King Christian IX of Denmark and the father of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He was a prince of Greece and Denmark, both by virtue of his patrilineal descent.
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Who is Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark?+
Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark was the seventh child and fourth son of King George I and Queen Olga of Greece. He was a grandson of King Christian IX of Denmark and the father of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He was a prince of Greece and Denmark, both by virtue of his patrilineal descent.
What does the name Andreas mean?+
The name Andreas means "male given name (Ανδρέας)". It is of German origin.
When was Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark born?+
Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark was born on February 2, 1882.
When did Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark die?+
Andreas Andrew of Greece and Denmark died in 1944, at approximately 62 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Ανδρέας)
The name Andreas is of German origin, meaning "male given name (Ανδρέας)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Andreas — February 2, 1882
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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— anon
Crowns are heavy. You wore yours well.
— a historian
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