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Wartime at Windsor, 1941, (1947). Creator: Unknown
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Wartime at Windsor, 1941, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Wartime at Windsor, 1941, (1947). King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with daughters Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) and Princess Margaret Rose. In 1940 the princesses went to live at Windsor for the duration of the Second World War. Here we see the King and Princess Elizabeth at stirrup pump practice. From "Princess Elizabeth: The Illustrated Story of Twenty-one Years in the Life of the Heir Presumptive", by Dermot Morrah. [Odhams Press Limited, London, 1947]
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1941: A Heartwarming Moment of Family Life during the Second World War This evocative photograph captures a tender moment between King George VI and his eldest daughter, Princess Elizabeth, as they engage in stirrup pump drill practice at Windsor Castle during the Second World War. The image, taken in 1941, shows the King in military uniform, intently guiding his daughter as she stands at the pump, dressed in a simple frock and pinafore. By their side, the future Queen Elizabeth II's younger sister, Princess Margaret Rose, looks on with curiosity. The royal family had relocated to Windsor Castle in 1940 for the duration of the war, seeking safety from potential air raids and maintaining a semblance of normalcy amidst the chaos. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the home front experiences that shaped the lives of the British monarchy during this period. The father-daughter bond on display in this image is a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of the royal family during a time of great uncertainty. King George VI, who ascended to the throne in 1936 following the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII, is seen here as a loving and devoted father, providing a sense of stability and comfort to his daughters during the tumultuous 1940s. The photograph was published in "Princess Elizabeth: The Illustrated Story of Twenty-one Years in the Life of the Heir Presumptive" by Dermot Morrah in 1947. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the private lives of the royal family during wartime, showcasing the unwavering spirit and determination that defined the British people during the 20th century.
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