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Facts

Also Known As Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David • Prince Edward, Duke of Windsor
Born June 23, 1894 • Richmond • England
Died May 28, 1972 (aged 77) • Paris • France
Title / Office king (1936-1936), United Kingdom • emperor (1936-1936), India
House / Dynasty house of Windsor
Notable Family Members spouse Wallis Simpson • father George V • mother Mary of Teck • brother George VI

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