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1922 - November 11 Armistice Day - UKScope and Content
This historic photograph captures a rare moment featuring three generations of British Kings in a single frame, taken in London on Armistice Day, 1922.
From left to right:
King George V (1865–1936) – The reigning monarch at the time of this photograph. He ruled from 1910 to 1936 and led the British Empire through World War I.
Prince Edward, Prince of Wales (1894–1972)* – The eldest son, standing slightly behind in the center. He would later briefly reign as King Edward VIII in 1936 before his historic abdication.
Prince Albert, Duke of York (1895–1952)* – The second son, standing on the right front. He would later reign as King George VI from 1936 to 1952, and was the father of Queen Elizabeth II.
What They Wore: All three are seen wearing full military greatcoats with black mourning armbands, a formal mark of remembrance and respect worn during the official ceremony at the Cenotaph.
Historical Context: This photograph was taken during the Armistice Day service at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, the United Kingdom's national war memorial. November 11th marked the anniversary of the end of World War I, and the royal family led the nation's two-minute silence to honor the fallen. This image remains one of the few occasions where a reigning king was photographed alongside his two sons who would both go on to become kings.
Source: Original photograph, November 11, 1922 / Imperial War Museum Archives
Credit: The Marines StoryCreated By
Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.Create Date
October 13, 2026Updated By
Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.Update Date
October 13, 2026