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Dispute over noble titles: Prince Donatus defends Princess Josefa!
In the dispute over the aristocratic title of Princess Josefa von Hohenzollern-Emden, Prince Donatus defends his family affiliation.
Dispute over noble titles: Prince Donatus defends Princess Josefa!
In the House of Hohenzollern, one of the most important aristocratic dynasties in Germany, there is currently a serious dispute over titles and affiliation. Princess Josefa of Hohenzollern-Emden, who is eight months pregnant and soon expecting her son Leopold, receives support from her branch of the family. [gea.de]. The Sigmaringen branch of the family even distanced itself from Josefa's late husband Harald.
The 63-year-old Harald was a well-known diamond dealer and was nicknamed the “Diamond Prince” after his marriage to Josefa. Tragically, he disappeared just a few months after the marriage, and his absence is shrouded in many myths to this day. The comments and actions of Karl Friedrich, who claimed that Harald was not a family member, cast a shadow on Josefa's legitimate title, as allegedly no genealogical connection could be established between Harald and the Hohenzollern coat of arms. This caused a lack of understanding for Josefa, as she is convinced that her husband was accepted into the noble family through his marriage.
Family strife and public statements
In the midst of this turmoil, Donatus, Prince of Hohenzollern-Emden, spoke out in a press release. He reminded that Josefa is a full member of the family and apologized to her for Karl Friedrich's attacks. Donatus emphasizes that their opinions do not represent the entire family and describes Karl Friedrich's use of the princely title as unlawful, which resulted in legal action being taken by the public prosecutor in Hechingen.
The tensions between the various branches of the Hohenzollern dynasty are not new. There has been a separation between the Swabian Hohenzollerns and the Brandenburg-Prussian branch since the 13th century. The Swabian house is currently headed by Karl Friedrich and that of the Brandenburg-Prussian line by Georg Friedrich, Prince of Prussia. Historically, the House of Hohenzollern was important in various political roles over the centuries, including as Elector of Brandenburg and Emperor of Germany until their abdication in 1918.
What will happen to Josefa and her child, little Leopold? Her steadfastness and commitment to her title seem strong, even as external circumstances put her under increasing pressure. In their environment there are not only family challenges, but also public and media attention that cast the tradition of the House of Hohenzollern in a new light. The next period could be crucial for her position within the family and the public. Despite all the disagreements, the story of the Hohenzollerns remains one of the most fascinating stories among the German nobility.