In January 1936, King George V died and his son Edward, Prince of Wales, became King. Just 11 months later, before his Coronation had even taken place, Edward renounced the throne due to his relationship with Wallis Simpson.
In this collection, we hear broadcasts that Edward made as Prince of Wales and during his brief reign. Friends of the prince join historians to share their insights into the uncrowned King and discuss how the abdication changed the course of the British monarchy. We also hear from the Duke and Duchess of Windsor themselves as they reflect on their lives and that momentous decision
http://www.bbc.co.uk/archive/edward_viii/
I think if you look in the eyes of the king on the right, you can see somewhat of a resemblance to Tzar Nicholas II of Russian, the royal family's relative.
Something in the shape of the face, and certainly there are pictures of the Tzar and one of the Royal family males, I forget which, where the resemblance is such that they could have been brothers.
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