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Edward VIII - King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, Emperor of India (1936)

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Edward VIII, later known as the Duke of Windsor, was a pivotal figure in British history, serving as King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire, and Emperor of India, from 20 January 1936 until his abdication in December of the same year. His reign was marked by controversy and personal drama, culminating in a constitutional crisis that led to his decision to step down from the throne. Here is a timeline of his life, highlighting significant events and milestones.
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Birth of Edward VIII
23 June 1894
Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David was born at White Lodge, Richmond Park in London, as the eldest son of The Duke of York (later King George V) and The Duchess of York (later Queen Mary).
Staying with Grandparents
1901
Following the death of Queen Victoria, Edward and his siblings stayed in Britain with their grandparents, Queen Alexandra and King Edward VII, while their parents traveled the British Empire for almost nine months.
Royal Naval College
1907
Edward took the examination to enter the Royal Naval College, Osborne, and began his education there, having been tutored at home by Helen Bricka and later under the strict tutorship of Hansell.
Ascension to the Throne
20 January 1936
Edward VIII became King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire, and Emperor of India, following the death of his father, King George V.
Meeting with Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin
16 November 1936
Edward invited British Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin to Buckingham Palace and expressed his plans to marry Wallis Simpson after her divorce, which was met with opposition due to the Church of England's stance on remarriage after divorce.
Instrument of Abdication
10 December 1936
Edward VIII signed the Instrument of Abdication at Fort Belvedere, witnessed by his younger brothers, Prince Albert, Duke of York; Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester; and Prince George, Duke of Kent, renouncing the throne for himself and his descendants.
Abdication
11 December 1936
Edward VIII officially abdicated the throne, becoming known as the Duke of Windsor, and was succeeded by his brother, Prince Albert, Duke of York, who became King George VI.
Marriage to Wallis Simpson
1937
Edward, Duke of Windsor, married Wallis Simpson in a civil ceremony in France, after her divorce was finalized.
Death of Edward VIII
28 May 1972
Edward, Duke of Windsor, passed away in Paris, France, after a long battle with throat cancer.
Death of Wallis Simpson
24 April 1986
Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor, died in Paris, France, and was buried alongside her husband in the Royal Burial Ground at Frogmore, near Windsor Castle.

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