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Royal Wives at War

The Royal Wives Trail

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Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother pens a letter describing her strong feelings against Wallis Simpson.

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Royal Wives at War

Preview

Discover the fierce rivalry between two women during Britain's abdication crisis of 1936.

Preview: 0:30

Royal Wives at War

The Abdication Speech

Nick Waring performs the role of King Edward VIII.

Clip: 2:16

Royal Wives at War

Elizabeth on Elizabeth

Listen to Elizabeth the Queen Mother (Emma Davies) discuss duty to one's self.

Clip: 0:46

Royal Wives at War

How to Dress Royal Icons

Hear about dressing royal icons from costume designer Joanna Beatty.

Clip: 4:38

Royal Wives at War

Ten Locations in One

Polesdan Lacey was used as the location for the scenes in Royal Wives at War.

Clip: 3:34

Royal Wives at War

Wallis on Wallis

Wallis Simpson, played by Gina McKee, recounts the advice she received from her mother.

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Royal Wives at War

Royal Wives at War

Learn about the abdication crisis of 1936 through the eyes of the two women at its heart.

Episode: S1 E1 | 54:25