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Prince Albert George sitting on a table in relaxed pose
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Prince Albert George sitting on a table in relaxed pose
Eleven year-old Prince Albert George (1895-1952) (later King George VI) sitting on an ornate carved wooden table in relaxed pose with legs crossed. Date: 1906
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Media ID 20163031
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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This photograph captures an eleven-year-old Prince Albert George, later known as King George VI, in a relaxed and informal moment during a photo session in 1906. The young prince, dressed in a sailor suit, sits confidently on an ornate carved wooden table, his legs crossed casually. The table, adorned with intricate designs and rich colors, adds an air of grandeur and sophistication to the image. Prince Albert George was the second son of King George V and Queen Mary, and the future monarch of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, and the Irish Free State. At the time this photograph was taken, he was still a few years away from assuming the throne, following the abdication of his elder brother, Edward VIII, in 1936. Despite his young age, the future King George VI exudes a sense of maturity and poise in this portrait. The relaxed pose and the casual setting of the photograph offer a glimpse into the prince's personality, revealing a confident and self-assured young man. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the historical significance of this individual, who went on to lead the country through some of its most challenging times, including World War II. This photograph, taken in 1906, offers a unique and intimate look into the life of a future monarch, capturing a moment of youthful innocence and promise before the weight of the crown was placed upon his shoulders.
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