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George VI (1895-1952) was the father of Queen Elizabeth II and the last Emperor of India. He became king in 1936 after his brother Edward VIII abdicated, and led the country during the Second World War.
George VI, British king from 1936 to 1952 who was a symbol of courage and strength for his people during World War II, partly by battling his stammer. He assumed the throne on December 11, 1936, after his brother Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry Wallis Warfield Simpson of the United States.
Apr 3, 2014 · Who Was King George VI? George VI was crowned the king of the United Kingdom in 1937 and was an important symbolic leader for the British people during World War II.
Learn how George VI, King of the United Kingdom, died of cancer in 1952 and his body was transported to London for a state funeral. Find out the details of the procession, the lying in state, the ceremony and the burial of the king and his family.
Feb 23, 2020 · Sixty-eight years ago this month, King George VI died and left behind a legacy as a ruler who upheld the crown through scandal and war — despite never wanting to ascend to the throne.
Learn about the life and reign of King George VI, who ascended the throne after his brother's abdication and led Britain through the Second World War. Find out about his achievements, awards, visits, family and death.
Aug 26, 2020 · King George VI died suddenly in his sleep on 6 February 1952. It was a moment that shocked the nation – cinemas, sports grounds and theatres were closed, television programmes were not broadcast, and even Parliament was adjourned as a mark of respect.
Jul 3, 2019 · Learn about King George VI, the unexpected king who led Britain through World War II and was the father of Queen Elizabeth II. Find out about his early life, his speech therapy, his abdication crisis, and his role in the war effort.
Learn about the life, marriage, coronation and burial of George VI, the second son of King George V and Queen Mary. Find out about the sword he presented to the Abbey and the coronation service and music.
The coronation of George VI and his wife, Elizabeth, as king and queen of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Commonwealth, Emperor and Empress consort of India took place at Westminster Abbey, London, on Wednesday 12 May 1937.George VI ascended the throne upon the abdication of his brother, Edward VIII, on 11 December 1936, three days before his 41st birthday.
