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ITN/5/39/29
Title
The life and times of the Duke of Windsor
Date(s)
- 1932 (Creation)
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1 photograph
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(1955 - present)
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A series of pictures depicting the life and times of the Duke of Windsor. The Duke, who is the eldest son of his late Majesty King George V, was born 23 June 1894. He ascended the throne as King Edward VIII in January 1936 and abdicated in December 1936. Six months later her married Mrs Wallis Warfield (formerly Simpson). The Duke now lives in France. Photo shows The Duke of Windsor walking through the streets of Porth During a visit to the Rhondda Valley, South Wales, in 1932
Broadcast Date: June 1972
Agency: Central Press Photos
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Copyright: Central Press Photos