The Mountbatten family is a prominent British family known for its royal connections and military service. The family name is most famously associated with Louis Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, who played a significant role in the country's transition to independence in 1947. The Mountbattens are descendants of the Battenberg family, which was of German origin and changed its name during World War I due to anti-German sentiment. Members of the Mountbatten family have held various titles and positions within the British royal family. Notably, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was a Mountbatten by birth, as he was born a Prince of Greece and Denmark and was the son of Prince Andrew of Greece and Princess Alice of Battenberg. The family has a rich history intertwined with British nobility and has contributed to various charitable and public service endeavors.