Sophie
Member of the House of Windsor
Married to Prince Edward · Parent of 2
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Three generations at a glance
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Duchess of Edinburgh (b. 1965)
Sophie occupies generation 2 of this recorded lineage partner to Prince Edward and parent of Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex. Their place in the family is best understood through the relationships preserved in the tree.
Within the wider House of Windsor, this life forms part of a network spanning 2 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
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Married Prince Edward
A partnership that connects two branches of the Rhys-Jones family.
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2 children recorded in this branch: Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Sophie's children?
Sophie had 2 children: Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex.
Who did Sophie marry?
Sophie was married to Prince Edward.
What family tree does Sophie belong to?
Sophie appears in the House of Windsor family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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