I love this picture, from 1916; the King and Queen look so kind and gentle.
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It really is beautiful. They seem so casual and relaxed in this picture.
Yes. Although I think the Queen looks tired, I guess because of the wartime strain. But they both seem very tranquil nonetheless.
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