Her Role
King Edward VIII, who succeeded his father, died in 1936. Apparently, Edward was completely enamored with American divorcee Simpson. But neither the Church of England nor the British government approved of the king and his queen.
Her Role
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Speculations
The kingdom was not being blessed with an heir, so Edward abdicated the throne! This decision was not made for half a year to rule as a British monarch! Edward stated, “I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility, and she helps me perform them to the utmost of my ability.”
Speculations