King Edward VIII
There are not many places that have visible evidence of the reign of King Edward VIII (Jan - Dec 1936), later the Duke of Windsor. In Windsor we have at least three.1. The plaque in the Nave of St...
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I did this as my first attempt at posting a photo on the forum. Following Thamesweb's helpful guidance. it is very straightforward. Thank you Tw.
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Congratulations are in order Osborne! I looked at the link, twice, then escaped and didn't attempt anything, so 'well done' you....
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I recently went to one of the Open Days at Cumberland Lodge. The exhibition is excellent. Amongst the artefacts that are on display are some that illustrate the key role The Lodge played in the events...
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Post boxes installed during the reign of Edward VIII showed his cipher, but were there any in Windsor? Perhaps those of you who live in the town could start checking post boxes while going about your...
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I note that the elves have been very slack on this matter! Does anyone know of an Edward VIII post box?
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I have been informed that there is an Edward VIII pillar box in Ascot. While not within Windsor, it is in the Royal Borough. Does anyone know the exact location of this rare item and even better -...
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Far be it from me to suggest that forumites should venture to foreign parts, especially after dark, so here is a step in the right direction (if you can take a step in your armchair) as far as where...
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I looked on the Cumberland Lodge link Osborne, but could not find anything with regards to 'Public Open Days' - any more info please ? Your visit interested me and I would like to experience the same....
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Offered on Ebay currently is a letter from the Duke of Windsor signed and dated January 14, 1970, written 45 years ago almost to the day, and sent to author Gerald Hamilton thanking him for a copy of...
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