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Edward, Prince of Wales with Albert, Duke of York
Edward, Prince of Wales (1894-1972), later King Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor with his younger brother, Albert, Duke of York (1895-1951), later King George VI. Edward abdicated the throne in December 1936 in order to marry the twice-divorced American, Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson, leaving his unprepared younger brother to become king
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1894 1951 1972 Abdicated Bessie Brother Divorced Leaving Marry Order Simpson Throne Viii Wallis Warfield Windsor Younger 1895 1936 Albert C1927 December Unprepared
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time between two brothers, Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor) and Albert, Duke of York (later King George VI), in the late 1920s. The brothers are seen here in a casual setting, dressed in suits and sitting in comfortable chairs, with a warm and friendly expression on their faces. However, the tranquility of this scene was soon to be shattered by events that would change the course of British history. Edward, the elder brother, was a popular and charismatic figure, known for his dashing good looks and playboy lifestyle. He was also the heir to the throne, having succeeded his father, King George V, in 1936. But Edward's reign was short-lived, as he chose to abdicate in December of that year in order to marry the twice-divorced American, Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson. The decision was met with shock and disapproval, and the unprepared Albert, who was the younger brother, was called upon to ascend the throne as King George VI. The brothers' relationship was put to the test during this tumultuous time. Edward's abdication left Albert with a heavy burden, as he was now the monarch, and he had to navigate the challenges of leading the country during a time of political and social upheaval. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the brothers' bond, and the unexpected turn of events that separated them. The photograph, which is dated around 1927, is a historical treasure from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection. It offers a glimpse into the lives of these two brothers, who played pivotal roles in British history, and highlights the unpredictable nature of fate.
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