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King Carol II of Romania and his son Michael
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King Carol II of Romania and his son Michael
King Carol II of Romania (1893-1953) and his son, Prince Michael (b.1921)
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1893 1953 Carol Michael Romania
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment between King Carol II of Romania (1893-1953) and his son, Prince Michael (b.1921), in the year of 1953. The image, taken in the final months of Carol II's reign, portrays the monarch in a somber mood as he gazes intently at his young son. The setting is the Royal Palace in Bucharest, Romania, where the royal family resided during this period. Carol II, who ascended to the throne in 1930, was a controversial figure in Romanian history. His reign was marked by political instability, economic difficulties, and personal scandals. In 1940, he was forced to abdicate in favor of his son, Michael, but was later reinstated in 1941. The photograph was likely taken during one of these periods of transition, as the weight of his responsibilities and the uncertainty of his future seemed to take a toll on the king. Prince Michael, who was just 12 years old at the time, would go on to become the last king of Romania, ruling from 1941 to 1947. He was deposed by the communist regime in 1947 and spent the remainder of his life in exile. The relationship between father and son was complex, with Carol II reportedly favoring his other son, Prince Mircea, and Michael feeling neglected and resentful. The photograph offers a glimpse into the personal side of a historical figure often remembered for his political machinations and controversies. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human element of history and the bonds that connect us all, even in the most tumultuous of times.
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