Carl Ruland | |
|---|---|
 Dr. Ruland in 1902 | |
| Private Secretary to the Prince Consort | |
| In office 18 June 1859 – 14 December 1861 | |
| Preceded by | Ernst Becker |
| Succeeded by | Office defunct |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 15 July 1834 Free City of Frankfurt, German Confederation |
| Died | 13 November 1907 (aged 73) Weimar, German Empire |
| Spouse |
Marie Schulz (m. 1873) |
| Children | 1 |
| Occupation |
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Carl Heinrich Ruland (15 July 1834 – 13 November 1907) was a German art and literary historian. He served as private secretary and librarian to Albert, Prince Consort, from 1859 until the prince's death in 1861.
He is also remembered for his romance with Princess Helena, which resulted in his expulsion from the British royal court.