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George VI

George VI's Historical Timeline

  1. English prince Albert Duke of York (George VI) (27) marries Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (22) at Westminster Abbey

    George VI (Albert Frederick Arthur George; 14 December 1895 – 6 February 1952) was King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Commonwealth from 11 December 1936 until his death in...

  2. Britain replaces King Edward VIII stamp series with King George VI

    Edward VI (12 October 1537 – 6 July 1553) was King of England and Ireland from 28 January 1547 until his death in 1553. He was crowned on 20 February 1547 at the age of nine.

  3. Queen Elizabeth II succeeds King George VI to the British throne and is proclaimed Queen of the United Kingdom and the o

    Queen Elizabeth II succeeds King George VI to the British throne and is proclaimed Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand

  4. George VI dies

    George VI dies

Associated Historical Events

Frequently Asked Questions

When was George VI born?
George VI was born on 1895-02-06.
What historical events involved George VI?
George VI was involved in 4 recorded historical events, including English prince Albert Duke of York (George VI) (27) marries Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (22) at Westminster Abbey, Britain replaces King Edward VIII stamp series with King George VI, Queen Elizabeth II succeeds King George VI to the British throne and is proclaimed Queen of the United Kingdom and the o.
When did George VI die?
George VI died on 1952-01-01.

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