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The Prince of Wales and Prince Edward at the Royal Naval College, Osborne, Isle of Wight, 1908
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The Prince of Wales and Prince Edward at the Royal Naval College, Osborne, Isle of Wight, 1908
The Prince of Wales and Prince Edward at the Royal Naval College, Osborne, Isle of Wight, 1908. The Prince of Wales (1865-1936, later King George V) with his son Prince Edward (1894-1972, later King Edward VIII). The Prince of Wales wears the uniform of a naval officer, and Edward is in cadets uniform. He spent two years at the college
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Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Cadet College Cowes Duke Of Windsor Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Edward Viii Father Fatherhood George Frederick Ernest Albert George V Hrh The Duke Of Windsor Isle Of Wight King Edward Viii King George V King Of Britain King Of Great Britain Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Naval College Naval Uniform Osborne Osborne Naval College Prince Edward Prince Edward Of Wales Prince Of Wales Royal Naval College William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Windsor Naval Warfare
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The Prince of Wales and Prince Edward at the Royal Naval College, Osborne, Isle of Wight, 1908. In this print captured by Arthur Henry Kirk, we witness a poignant moment between a father and his son. The future King George V, then known as the Prince of Wales, stands tall in his naval officer uniform while his young son Edward appears beside him in a cadet's uniform. This image not only showcases their familial bond but also symbolizes the passing down of duty and responsibility from one generation to another. It is evident that even at such a tender age, Prince Edward was being prepared for a life dedicated to service. The Royal Naval College at Osborne served as an esteemed institution where young men were trained for naval warfare. As we gaze upon this historical photograph taken over a century ago, it transports us back to an era when Britain's navy reigned supreme. The significance of this moment becomes even more pronounced when considering the future roles these two individuals would play in history. The elder prince would ascend to become King George V while his son Edward would later reign briefly as King Edward VIII before abdicating the throne. This remarkable snapshot encapsulates not only their shared heritage but also hints at the weighty responsibilities that lay ahead for both father and son.
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