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The future King Edward VIII as a midshipman in HMS Hindustan, c1910
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The future King Edward VIII as a midshipman in HMS Hindustan, c1910
The future King Edward VIII as a midshipman in HMS Hindustan, c1910. Edward (1894-1972) succeeded his father George V to the throne as King Edward VIII in 1936. He ruled from ruled 20 January 1936 until 11 December 1936, and abdicated in order to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee, thus heading off an impending constitutional crisis. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury, a souvenir book published as Edward VIII was crowned following the death of his father, George V, (Daily Express Publication, London, 1936)
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This print showcases the future King Edward VIII as a midshipman aboard HMS Hindustan in approximately 1910. The young prince, born in 1894 and later known as Edward (1894-1972), would ascend to the throne as King Edward VIII in 1936 following his father George V's passing. However, his reign was short-lived, lasting from January 20th to December 11th of that year. Edward's abdication came about due to his desire to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. By stepping down from the throne, he aimed to prevent a constitutional crisis from unfolding. This illustration is featured in "George V and Edward VIII: A Royal Souvenir" a commemorative book published by Daily Express Publication in London during Edward's coronation. In this monochrome portrait, we see the young prince dressed smartly in his naval uniform with a cap adorning his head. Standing on deck against the backdrop of HMS Hindustan, he exudes confidence and determination beyond his years. The image captures not only a moment frozen in time but also symbolizes the royal lineage intertwined with Britain's maritime history. The print offers us insight into Prince Edward's formative years before assuming greater responsibilities within both the navy and eventually as king. It serves as a reminder of how choices made by individuals can shape not only their own lives but also those around them – even altering the course of history itself.
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