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Prince of Wales playing golf at Biarritz
The Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII and Duke of Windsor), dressed in an outfit of plus fours and beret which his father would most certainly not have approved of, playing golf on the Chiberta golf links at Biarritz while on holiday. Date: 1932
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In this photograph, the future King Edward VIII, later known as the Duke of Windsor, is seen enjoying a leisurely game of golf at the Chiberta golf links in Biarritz during his holiday in 1932. The Prince, dressed in an unconventional outfit of plus fours and a beret, exudes a sporty and fashionable air that was both daring and controversial for the time. The Prince's choice of attire was a stark contrast to the more traditional and formal clothing preferred by his father, King George V. The plus fours, a type of trousers with a waistband that falls below the hips, were already considered fashionable and modern in the 1930s. However, the addition of a beret, a hat typically associated with the French Basque region, was a bold and unexpected move for a member of the British royal family. The Chiberta golf links at Biarritz, a popular destination for the European elite, provided the perfect backdrop for the Prince's holiday and golfing escapades. The rolling greens and picturesque surroundings of the course are evident in the photograph, adding to the idyllic and carefree atmosphere. The year was 1932, and the Prince was on the cusp of a significant transformation. Just a few years later, he would abdicate the throne in a scandal that would shake the monarchy to its core. But for now, he was simply a prince on holiday, enjoying the simple pleasures of golf and the sunny shores of Biarritz. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the personal life of a future king, capturing a moment of relaxation and enjoyment away from the formalities and expectations of royal duty. It is a reminder that even the most powerful and influential figures in history are human, and that they too seek refuge in the simple pleasures of life.
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