Despite how King George VI unexpectedly became king, he was a symbol of continuity and stability during the Second World War, which began just three years into his reign, Harris says.

King George VI was an unlikely monarch – acceding to the throne in 1936 after the abdication of his older brother King Edward VIII, who reigned for less than a year.

King George VI , Queen Elizabeth and Princess Elizabeth view a military parade at Buckingham Palace on March 26, 1944. Photo: Popperfoto via Getty Images.

Moira Hodgson’s review of the books “George VI and Elizabeth” by Sally Bedell Smith and “The Windsors at War” by Alexander Larman (Books, May 6) puts forth that Brtain’s King George VI ...

How King George VI, the Father of Queen Elizabeth II, Prepared His Daughter for the Throne. 13 Royal Family Scandals That Shocked the World. 15 Bizarre Royal Wedding Mishaps That Are Totally True.

Sally Bedell Smith’s latest book, “George VI and Elizabeth,” offers a different lesson. The author of such works as “Diana in Search of Herself,” “Prince Charles” and “Elizabeth ...

It was commissioned by Elizabeth as a permanent resting place for her father King George VI. The king died aged 56 in February 1952 but his death had been unexpected and as a result no specific ...

Inside King George VI and the Queen Mother's unconventional relationship on their 102nd wedding anniversary. By ED HOLT. Published: 02:08 EDT, 25 April 2025 | Updated: 04:41 EDT, 25 April 2025 ...

The King's coffin was originally interred at the Royal Vault beneath the chapel but was moved to the King George VI Memorial Chapel, part of St. George's Chapel, on March 26, 1969.

The real reason King George VI was allowed to marry the Queen Mother despite the 'royal snobbery' of the time. By ED HOLT. Published: 02:40 EDT, 24 April 2025 | Updated: 02:51 EDT, 24 April 2025 ...