French Mayor marries Duke of Windsor and Mrs Warfield. We are happy in your happiness

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French Mayor marries Duke of Windsor and Mrs Warfield. We are happy in your happiness

French Mayor marries Duke of Windsor and Mrs Warfield. " We are happy in your happiness".
Mayor of the small French village of Monts, near Ch?teau de Cand?, Dr Charles Mercier performed the civil ceremony at the wedding of the Duke of Windsor and Mrs Wallis Warfield (formerly Simpson) in the Chateau concluding his address he said: " Your Royal Highness, Duchess, we are happy in your happiness."
Photo shows: the Mayor of Monts, Dr Charles Mercier, photographed as he left to marry the Duke of Windsor.
3 June 1937

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In this photo print, we witness a historic moment as the Mayor of Monts, Dr Charles Mercier, prepares to unite two souls in matrimony. It was on the 3rd of June 1937 when he officiated the civil ceremony between none other than the Duke of Windsor and Mrs Wallis Warfield (formerly Simpson). The Chateau de Candé served as a picturesque backdrop for this extraordinary event. As Dr Charles Mercier steps out of his humble abode, adorned in his mayoral regalia, one can sense both excitement and honor radiating from him. With great pride and joy in his heart, he embarks on a journey that will forever be etched in history. His words during the ceremony echo through time: "Your Royal Highness, Duchess, we are happy in your happiness". This photograph captures not only an important moment but also symbolizes unity between different worlds. A French mayor marrying British royalty is indeed a testament to love's ability to transcend borders and societal norms. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this image from the twentieth century. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk with utmost care, it serves as a reminder that even amidst turbulent times between wars, there were moments of celebration and union worth cherishing. May this snapshot continue to inspire us all to find happiness within others' joy and embrace love without boundaries or prejudice.

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