1936 ⟶ Edward VIII Abdicates, George VI Ascends

Edward VIII is forced to abdicate due to his marriage to Wal...
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1936

👑 Edward VIII Abdicates, George VI Ascends

Edward VIII is forced to abdicate due to his marriage to Wallis Simpson and is succeeded by Albert, Duke of York, who assumes the name King George VI⟶
Edward VIII Abdicates, George VI Ascends (1936)
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👑 King George V Dies; Edward VIII Ascends to the Throne

George V, King of the United Kingdom dies. The Prince of Wales succeeds him as King Edward VIII.⟶
King George V Dies; Edward VIII Ascends to the Throne (1936)
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👑 King Edward VIII Orders Military to Stand Down

King Edward VIII, over the head of the Baldwin Government, orders the military to stand down in relation to the move.⟶
King Edward VIII Orders Military to Stand Down (1936)
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