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George VI. Military Service
Military Service
This timeline outlines George VI's military service and related activities.
World War I
Service in the Navy
George VI served in the Royal Navy during World War I, including fighting at the Battle of Jutland.
1939
Visit to the British Expeditionary Force
He visited the British Expeditionary Force in France to inspect troops.
1943
Visit to Troops in Italy and the Low Countries
The King visited troops in Italy and the Low Countries later in the war.
