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King George VI

by Hourly History Book 10 in the Biographies of British Royalty series.

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King George VI follows the reluctant monarch who succeeded after the abdication of his brother Edward VIII in 1936. It examines his efforts to overcome a severe speech impediment, restore confidence in the crown and support constitutional government during a period of international crisis.

The biography centres on the Second World War, when the king and Queen Elizabeth remained in London during the Blitz and became symbols of national endurance. It concludes with the pressures of post-war change, imperial retreat and the accession of his daughter Elizabeth II.

Historical Periods

The Blitz1940–1941 CE Post-war Britain1945–1963 CE

Genres

Court & Political Fiction

Historical people

George VI1895–1952 Elizabeth II1926–2022

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