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Edward VIII abdication message read in Parliament
King Edward VIII s, final and irrevocable decision to abdicate, his message being read in Parliament. " I, Edward the Eighth... Do hereby declare my irrevocable determination to renounce the throne for myself and my descendants" : The House of Commons listening with profound emotion as King Edwards message announcing his abication was read by the speaker (Captain Fitzroy).
December 1936
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In this historic photograph, the solemn atmosphere of the House of Commons is palpable as the speaker, Captain Fitzroy, reads King Edward VIII's final and irrevocable decision to abdicate the throne. The date is December 1936, and the monarch's announcement marks a pivotal moment in British history. With heads bowed and expressions of profound emotion, members of Parliament listen intently to the speaker as he reads out the king's message. Edward VIII's words, spoken in the King's English, resonate through the chamber: "I, Edward the Eighth, do hereby declare my irrevocable determination to renounce the throne for myself and my descendants." The decision, which came after the king's controversial marriage to Wallis Simpson, had shocked the nation and marked the end of an era in the monarchy. The 1930s, a decade marked by political and social upheaval, saw the monarchy face unprecedented challenges. The abdication of Edward VIII, who reigned for less than a year, was a turning point in the history of the British monarchy. The image of the House of Commons listening to the reading of the king's abdication message underscores the gravity of the moment and the importance of the institution of Parliament in the governance of the United Kingdom. The photograph, taken by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, captures a moment in time that continues to resonate with historical significance. The image is a testament to the enduring power of the spoken word and the importance of the British political system in times of crisis. The abdication of Edward VIII remains a fascinating chapter in the annals of British history, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a pivotal moment in the monarchy's history.
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