Quotes by Edward VIII

About Edward VIII:

Edward VIII was King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire, and Emperor of India, from 20 January 1936 until his abdication on 11 December the same year.
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Perhaps one of the only positive pieces of advice that I was ever given was that supplied by an old courtier who observed: Only two rules really count. Never miss an opportunity to relieve yourself; never miss a chance to sit down and rest your feet.

Edward VIII

I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as king as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love.

Edward VIII

The thing that impresses me most about America is the way parents obey their children.

Edward VIII

I like going there for golf. America's one vast golf course these days.

Edward VIII

You all know the reasons which have impelled me to renounce the throne. But I want you to understand that in making up my mind I did not forget the country or the empire, which, as Prince of Wales and lately as King, I have for twenty-five years trie...

Edward VIII

When you're bored with yourself, marry and be bored with someone else.

Edward VIII

I wanted to be an up-to-date king. But I didn't have much time.

Edward VIII

A boy is holding a girl so very tight in his arms tonight.

Edward VIII

Of course, I do have a slight advantage over the rest of you. It helps in a pinch to be able to remind your bride that you gave up a throne for her.

Edward VIII

These works brought all these people here. Something should be done to get them at work again.

Edward VIII

Author Bio

  • NameEdward VIII
  • Descriptionking of the United Kingdom and its dominions in 1936
  • AliasesEdward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David; Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David Windsor; Edward Windsor; Duke of Windsor
  • BornJune 23, 1894
  • DiedMay 28, 1972
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • AwardsKnight Of The Order Of The Golden Fleece; Military Cross; Order Of St. Olav