Queen Victoria's gift that became a royal cortege icon in Morocco

A golden carriage gifted by Queen Victoria to Sultan Hassan I in the 1870s became a key symbol of royal power in Morocco. Used on occasions like Throne Day, it reflects deep historical ties with the UK.

The four Moroccan men who made it to Queen Victoria’s Souvenir Albums

Hadj Abdullah Lamartz, Kaid Abdelkrim, Hassan Boocheta and a groom called Boojmar were four Moroccans who made it to the Souvenir Albums of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom and Prince Albert. The albums are a visual journal of the Queen’s most special moments.

Stoke, the Indian elephant gifted by Queen Victoria to the Sultan of Morocco

In 1891, Queen Victoria decided to present Sultan Hassan I of Morocco with a precious present. She sent him an Indian elephant called Stoke, leaving Moroccans in awe.