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Edward VIII Visit
EDWARD VIII Edward VIII (perhaps when Prince of Wales, before his brief reign in 1936) meeting working class people outside their homes (location unknown) Date: C.1918
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This photograph captures a rare moment in history, as the future King Edward VIII, then Prince of Wales, engages with working-class people outside their humble homes during an unspecified visit in the late 1910s. Edward VIII is seen wearing a formal suit and a bowler hat, while holding a walking stick, as he warmly greets the crowd with a friendly bow. The working-class community, dressed in their everyday attire, eagerly await their turn to meet the royal prince, some even extending their hands for a shake or a friendly pat on the back. The scene exudes a sense of genuine connection between the future monarch and the common folk, offering a glimpse into the more personal side of Edward VIII's public persona. The photograph, taken in an unknown location, is a poignant reminder of the Prince's efforts to bridge the gap between the royal family and the working class during his formative years before his brief reign in 1936.
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