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Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/15/25 Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/15/25

Wallis Simpson: Style, Scandal, and the Shadow of Power

Wallis Simpson, the woman blamed for King Edward VIII’s abdication, remains a controversial figure. Branded a social climber and accused of fascist sympathies after meeting Hitler in 1937, her story is one of scandal, style, and the politics of power.

Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/12/25 Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/12/25

A Royal Alternative: What If Wallis Simpson Had Married Edward VIII Through a Morganatic Union?

What if Edward VIII had married Wallis Simpson through a morganatic union? Explore this alternate history, challenging royal traditions, societal prejudices, and the monarchy's missed chance for modernity.

Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/4/25 Erick DuPree, PhD. 3/4/25

Wallis Simpson: The Woman Who Changed the British Monarchy Forever

Wallis Simpson changed the British monarchy forever. Discover how her love affair with King Edward VIII led to the 1936 abdication crisis, reshaping royal history. #WallisSimpson #RoyalScandal

Erick DuPree, PhD. 2/23/25 Erick DuPree, PhD. 2/23/25

The Wallis Tiara: A Symbol of Distinction and Rebellion

Discover the lost Wallis Tiara, a striking Van Cleef & Arpels jewel commissioned by Edward VIII. Explore its history, unique design, and the Duchess of Windsor's legacy of elegance and rebellion.