Front cover of ILN coronation number for George VI

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Front cover of ILN coronation number for George VI

Front cover from the special number of the Illustrated London News, for the coronation of King George VI. This was adapted from a special number prepared in advance for the coronation of his brother Edward who was never crowned; in December 1936 he abdicated from the throne in order to marry the American divorcee, Wallis Simpson. Date: 1937

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Adapted Coronation Monarch Monarchy Record Royals Sixth Special 1937

EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking front cover of the Illustrated London News (ILN) marks the historic coronation of King George VI on May 12, 1937. The image, taken from the special number of the ILN prepared in advance for the coronation of his brother, Edward VIII, showcases the newly crowned monarch and his family in a grand procession. King George VI ascended to the throne following his brother's unexpected abdication in December 1936. Edward VIII chose to relinquish the monarchy to marry the American divorcee, Wallis Simpson, a decision that shocked the British public and the royal family. The ILN's special coronation number, originally intended for Edward, was swiftly adapted to celebrate the reign of the new monarch. The cover illustration depicts King George VI, Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother), and their two young daughters, Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Princess Margaret, in a majestic procession. The image captures the essence of the British monarchy during a time of transition and uncertainty. The record of this momentous occasion in the ILN serves as a testament to the enduring nature of the monarchy and the resilience of the British people in the face of change. The ILN's coverage of the coronation of King George VI was a significant event in the history of British journalism and a poignant reminder of the role of the monarchy in the lives of the British people.

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