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George VI. Personal Life and Relationships
Personal Life and Relationships
This timeline highlights the key events and milestones in King George VI's personal life, including his family, marriage, and health.
December 14, 1895
Birth
King George VI was born as Albert Frederick Arthur George at Sandringham House, Norfolk, England.
February 17, 1896
Baptism
He was baptised at St. Mary Magdalene's Church, Sandringham, England.
1923
Marriage
George VI married Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, who later became known as Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.
1926 and 1930
Children
The couple had two daughters: Elizabeth (born April 21, 1926) and Margaret (born August 21, 1930).
Mid-1920s
Speech Therapy
George VI began working with speech therapist Lionel Logue to manage his stutter.
Later years of his reign
Health Issues
He suffered from smoking-related health problems, including a lung operation from which he did not recover.
February 6, 1952
Death
King George VI died at Sandringham House, Norfolk, aged 56, due to a coronary thrombosis.
