Patra
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My vote for worst british monarch would be Richard I. Maybe this would be fun in a poll by one of the moderators? Just a thought.....
More than just Wallis, it was his apparent selfishness in general and lack of sense of 'duty' that concerned those who knew him.... but with many considering Edward VIII to be one of the worst monarchs because of his selfish desire to be with Wallis...
I am enjoying this discussion. It appears that public sentiment alone may succumb to governmental desire. But with relaxation of social mores, do you think there is any possiblity if Charles wants Camilla to be his Queen, he just might be successful? I realize this is getting off post but with many considering Edward VIII to be one of the worst monarchs because of his selfish desire to be with Wallis, what about Charles wanting to see his wife crowned? Would the public's affection for Diana allow this? Or the government?
More than just Wallis, it was his apparent selfishness in general and lack of sense of 'duty' that concerned those who knew him.
This is probably borne out in the British Monarchy since 1837 where at least three queens have made their mark - Victoria, Queen Elizabeth as Queen and Queen Mother and Elizabeth II. Queen Alexandra may have been beautiful and admired, but I'm less sure of her impact. Queen Mary, probably the most interesting character after Victoria, was the Matriarch of the family who kept her eyes firmly on both the "majesty" of the Sovereign and on the sense of duty owed to his or her subjects. Her strength behind the scenes in her absolute dedication to the monarch and to the monarchy must have led to a bitter blow when her eldest son demonstrated that he shared none of it....My contention is that the monarchy works best with a strong feminine side to it.