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The Duke and Duchess of Kent and children
Prince George, Duke of Kent (1902-1942), Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent (1906-1968) and their two eldest children, Edward (born 1935 and the current Duke of Kent) and Alexandra (born 1936). The fourth son of George V and Queen Mary, the Duke was killed in a plane crash in August 1942 on his way to Iceland, only weeks after the birth of his son, Prince Michael of Kent
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1942 1968 Alexandra Birth Born Crash Current Duchess Eldest Fourth Iceland Killed Marina Michael Weeks 1902 1935 1936
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of joy and happiness in the lives of The Duke and Duchess of Kent and their eldest children, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent (b. 1935), and Princess Alexandra (b. 1936), taken in the late 1930s. The Duke, the fourth son of King George V and Queen Mary, is seen here with his charming wife, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark (1906-1968). The Duke's warm smile and the playful expressions of his children add to the sense of familial bliss. Tragically, this idyllic scene was short-lived. Just weeks after the birth of their third child, Prince Michael of Kent (b. 1942), the Duke was killed in a plane crash in August 1942, on his way to Iceland to serve as Governor-General. The loss was deeply felt by the Royal Family and the nation, and the young family was left to grieve the untimely death of their beloved father. The Duke's tragic demise at the age of 40 cast a long shadow over the lives of his wife and children. Yet, they carried on with courage and resilience, and the Duke's legacy lived on through his family. The current Duke of Kent, Prince Edward, is the eldest son and carries on the family's proud military and public service traditions. This photograph, a poignant reminder of a time gone by, offers a glimpse into the personal lives of the Royal Family, and serves as a testament to the enduring strength of the monarchy in the face of adversity.
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