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Apr 3, 2014 · (1895-1952) 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. He supported...
George VI (Albert Frederick Arthur George; 14 December 1895 – 6 February 1952) was King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Commonwealth from 11 December 1936 until his death in 1952. He was also the last Emperor of India from 1936 until the British Raj was dissolved in August 1947, and the first head of the Commonwealth ...
Apr 19, 2024 · Colin Firth (centre) playing King George VI in The King's Speech, flanked by Geoffrey Rush playing speech therapist Lionel Logue and by Helena Bonham Carter as the king's wife. During the war, George became a powerful symbol of courage and fortitude for the British people.
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Full text and audio of King George VI First Radio Address.
The King’s Speech – starring Colin Firth – tells the inspiring story of George VI who overcomes his stammer as he reluctantly takes the throne when his brother, Edward VIII abdicates in 1936 over his plans to marry twice divorced Wallis Simpson.
Jul 3, 2019 · King George VI (born Prince Albert Frederick Arthur George; December 14, 1895–February 6, 1952) was King of the United Kingdom, Head of the British Commonwealth, and the last Emperor of India. He succeeded to the throne after his older brother, Edward VIII, abdicated.
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Nov 25, 2020 · Your guide to the Queen's father, King George VI... The Queen's father, King George VI, was never meant to be king, but ascended the throne following the abdication of his brother, Edward VIII. He was staid, dutiful, hesitant and insecure – and the public loved him for it.
