King George V, Queen Mary and the Prince of Wales
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King George V, Queen Mary and the Prince of Wales
King George V (), Queen Mary of Teck () and Edward the Prince of Wales () (later King Edward VIII). Date: circa 1911
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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This evocative photograph captures a rare moment in time, as King George V (1865-1936), Queen Mary of Teck (1867-1953), and their eldest son, Prince Edward, later King Edward VIII (1894-1972), pose together in an oval portrait taken circa 1911. The King, dressed in his full naval uniform, proudly displays his medals and insignia, reflecting his long and distinguished naval career. Queen Mary, looking elegant in her regal attire, graces the image with her regal presence, while Prince Edward, the future King Edward VIII, wears the uniform of the Royal Navy's Royal Marines. The 1910s were a period of great change for the British monarchy, with King George V's accession to the throne in 1910 following the death of his father, King Edward VII. During his reign, King George V worked to modernize the monarchy and strengthen the institution's relationship with the people. Queen Mary, a popular and beloved figure, supported her husband and played an active role in royal life. Prince Edward, the heir apparent, was also beginning to take on public duties and prepare for his future role as monarch. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the British royal family during a time of transition and change, and serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the monarchy in British history.
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