Just years before, Edward VIII had given up the role of King of England to marry American-born Wallis Warfield Simpson.

Tying a tie is practically a rite of passage. For many guys, it’s a skill linked to a specific memory or milestone — that first awkward attempt at prom, the nervous fumbling before a big job ...

“They had a difficult childhood but there was a period of time, as was the case with Bertie [Edward VII] and David [Duke of Windsor, formerly Edward VIII], when they were very close.” ...

We also hear from the Duke and Duchess of Windsor themselves as they reflect on their lives and that momentous decision. Recollections of a friend of Edward, Prince of Wales.

The urn is in the north aisle of Henry VII's chapel, near Elizabeth I's tomb. The Latin inscription (written in 1678) can be translated: Here lie the relics of Edward V, King of England, and Richard, ...

Edward VIII: Britain's Traitor King is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet ...

Two matching microphones and a complementary cue-lamp were provided by the BBC for the outgoing King's broadcast to the nation from Windsor Castle ... after giving Edward a voice test (he asked ...

Edward VIII was the eldest son of King George V and Queen Mary ... the set date of 12th May 1937 was kept for George's coronation. Edward was created Duke of Windsor and married Mrs Simpson in France ...

For the first time the extent of the Duke of Windsor's treachery during World War II is revealed - not just sympathising with the enemy but, new evidence reveals, actively collaborating ...

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Reveals the extent of the Duke of Windsor's treachery during World War II, which includes not just sympathising with the enemy but active collaboration. Skip to main content Edward VIII: Britain's ...