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King George V was a British royal born on June 3, 1865. He became king in 1910 and ruled during a time of significant change, including World War I. George V is known for his efforts to modernize the monarchy and connect with the British people. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the House of Windsor, which replaced the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha due to anti-German sentiment during the war. King George V's legacy includes his dedication to service and his role in shaping the modern British monarchy.
"I venture to allude to the impression which seemed generally to prevail among their brethren across the seas, that the Old Country must wake up if she intends to maintain her old position of pre-eminence in her colonial trade against foreign competitors."
"Today 23 years ago dear Grandmama died. I wonder what she would have thought of a Labour Government."
"Is it possible that my people live in such awful conditions? I tell you, Mr Wheatley, that if I had to live in conditions like that I would be a revolutionary myself."
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