Explore landmark events and cultural milestones throughout history on Kudos 365. Dates for earlier events may be approximate.
Note: Sources for the historical content shown, include research and reviews of relevant Online History Resources or printed material. When possible, we show a link to a source which provides additional or unique perspective about the event.
We do our best to provide accurate information but would appreciate being notified if any incorrect information is found. You may do so by using our Feedback link.
The abdication of King Edward VIII is formally enacted by Parliament and announced to the nation on December 11, 1936. He became the only British sovereign to voluntarily resign the crown.
Edward VIII had signed the Instrument of Abdication on the prior date, December 10, 1936, after failing to win acceptance for his desire to marry American divorcée Wallis Warfield Simpson.
.jpg?format,compress&fit=crop&w=280&h=280&q=93)
.jpg?format,compress&fit=crop&w=280&h=280&q=93)
QUICK LINKS
Snohomish, Skagit and Island County
Hunger impacts all of us | 360-435-1631
Click the Image to learn more about us
Powered by Volunteers | 360-794-7959
Giving Kids in Need the Chance to Read
Non-profit organization - Seattle, WA
