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Prince of Wales / Prince Henry salute returning Duke of York
Edward Prince of Wales (1894-1972) (later King Edward VIII) and Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester (1900-1974) salute the return of Albert, Duke of York (1895-1952) (later King George VI) from a seven-month Imperial Tour - October 1925. Arriving on HMS Repulse at Portsmouth Harbour. Date: 1925
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Arrival Arriving Dock Docks Eighth Gloucester Guard Honour Portsmouth Quayside Rain Raining Repulse Return Returning Salute Saluting Sixth Viii 1925 Albert
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in British royal history as Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester (1900-1974) and Prince Edward, later King Edward VIII (1894-1972), salute their brother, Albert, Duke of York (1895-1952), upon his return from a seven-month Imperial Tour in October 1925. The tour marked the first major engagement for the future King George VI, who had assumed the role following the abdication of his brother Edward earlier that year. The scene unfolds at Portsmouth Harbour, with HMS Repulse anchored in the background. The rain is falling heavily, adding to the sense of drama and occasion. The princes, dressed in military uniforms, stand at attention as their brother approaches the quayside, having returned from his lengthy tour. The image captures the brotherly bond and sense of duty that defined the relationship between the three brothers during this tumultuous period in royal history. Prince Edward, later King Edward VIII, would abdicate the throne just six months after this photograph was taken, due to his desire to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the unity and loyalty that existed between the brothers despite the challenges they faced, and the enduring tradition of the British monarchy.
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