This Is Not History

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The Abdication Crisis of 1936 was a major turning point in British history, for it was the first time a king had abdicated in over two hundred years. Edward VIII’s decision to pass the throne down to his younger brother ended up altering the trajectory of the monarchy forever. Today, many view Edward unfavourably for his actions... but what if it never happened?

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This Is Not HistoryBy Tom Delargy