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#390 | Edward VIII | The King Who Said No
Category: Education
Duration: 00:27:42
Publish Date: 2023-08-03 22:00:00
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He was King of Britain, but only for 325 days before dramatically quitting the job to be with the woman he loved.

 

But was it the ultimate love story, or was it an act of treason and selfishness?

 
  • Edward VIII: King of Britain for 325 days
  • Love story or treason and selfishness?
  • The message that shocked the British public
  • Early life and rise to the throne
  • Edward's reputation as a dandy and playboy
  • Disapproval from the Prime Minister and King George V
  • Edward meets Wallis Simpson
  • Challenges with marrying Wallis Simpson
  • Edward's abdication and life after leaving the throne

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/edward-viii

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