Wallis Simpson
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Wallis Simpson
A glamorous studio portrait of Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson, later Duchess of Windsor (1896-1986), American socialite. Born in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, she divorced her second husband, Ernest Simpson in order to marry Edward VIII who abdicated the throne in December 1936 to marry her
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1896 1986 Abdicated Bessie Born Divorced Duchess Ernest Glamorous Husband Marry Order Pennsylvania Ridge Simpson Socialite Summit Throne Viii Wallis Warfield Windsor 1936 December
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning studio portrait captures the timeless beauty and elegance of Wallis Simpson, the American socialite who made history by marrying King Edward VIII. Born Bessie Wallis Warfield in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania in 1896, she would go on to become the Duchess of Windsor after Edward abdicated the throne in December 1936 to be with her.
In this glamorous image, Wallis exudes sophistication and grace as she gazes confidently into the camera. Her impeccable style and poise are evident, reflecting her status as a fashion icon of her time. The photograph serves as a reminder of a pivotal moment in history when love triumphed over duty, forever changing the course of royal lineage.
Wallis' decision to divorce her second husband, Ernest Simpson, in order to marry Edward caused shockwaves throughout society but ultimately led to a love story for the ages. This print is an important historical artifact that captures a significant chapter in both American and British history.
As we admire this image of Wallis Simpson, we are reminded of her enduring legacy as one half of one of the most talked-about couples in modern history.
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