Edward & George: Two Brothers, One Throne 2012
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The complex relationship between royal brothers Edward VIII and George VI, who were both at the heart of the infamous abdication crisis of 1936, is the subject of this excellent documentary. From British Pathé TV's Royalty Collection.
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| Country | Release Type | Release Date |
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| AU | TV | May 18, 2012 |
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