Today in History: December 11, King Edward VIII abdicates British throne

A black and white photo of a couple standing at the top of stairs — Edward, Duke of Windsor, and formerly Edward VIII of England, and his wife Wallis Simpson, are seen, 03 June 1937, during their wedding, at Chateau de Candé, Monts, France. Edward VIII of England, eldest son of George V and Mary of Teck, abdicated because of his love affair with American-born divorcee Wallis Simpson. After his abdication, he became Duke of Windsor and married Mrs. Simpson, who had changed her name by deed poll to Wallis Warfield, in a private ceremony on 3 June 1937. (Photo credit should read OFF/AFP via Getty Images)

UPDATED: December 11, 2024 at 1:03 AM PST

Britain’s King Edward VIII abdicated the throne so he could marry American divorcee Wallis Warfield Simpson; his brother, Prince Albert, became King George VI.

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Originally Published: December 11, 2024 at 1:00 AM PST

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Today in History: December 11, King Edward VIII abdicates British throne

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