This King Edward VIII abdication
documentary sheds new light on the biggest
crisis in recent royal history. King
Edward VIII took over the throne when his
father, King George V, passed away in
early 1936. At the time, Edward was in
love with a twice-divorced American named
Wallis Simpson. A potential marriage was
opposed by the government and monarchy
since both of Simpson's ex-husbands were
still alive. Royal and government
officials who didn't like King Edward
VIII's less-than conventional habits saw
it as a way to force him to abdicate,
replacing him with his tamer and more
obedient brother. Related Article: The Crown: History vs. Hollywood
