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What were the interrelations between European Royal Families during World War 1?
George V of England was first cousin ti Kaiser William II of Germany, he was also 1st cousin to Czar Nicholas II of Russia, The King of England was also First Cousin to King Haakon VII of Norway plus brother to its Queen Maud, George V of England was also first cousin to Queen Victoria Eugenia of Spain. George V of England was also first Cousin to King Christian X of Denmark and first cousin to Margaret, Crown Princess of Sweden. George V was first cousin to the Czarina Alexandra wife to Nicholas II of Russia. George V was first cousin to Ernest, Grandduke of Hesse-Darmstaht in Germany, was cousin to the Grandduke of Mecklingburg-Streliz and was cousin to King Albert I of Belguim, also Ist cousin to the Grandduke Charles of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha also cousin to the Grandduchess of Brunswick, Victoria daughter of William II of Germany. He was also cousin to the Crown Princess of Montenegro, Jutta of Mecklingburg, wife of Danilo, son of Nicholas I of Montenegro. George V of England was also first cousin to Marie, Queen of Rumania, was also cousin to Ferdinand of Bulgaria and distant cousins to the Catholic Royals of Europe.
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View Full InterviewWhy was the royal air force created during World War 1?
Answer Several countries began their "air force" as a small part of the Army since no one thought airplanes would be of any value. In the US, the first pilots were organized u…nder the branch of the Signal Corps. Later, they were separated into the Army Air Corps but still under the command of the Army. It wasn't until 1947 that the US Air Force became a separate branch. The British were ahead of the US in creating a separate branch for the Air Force. Other countries also had their air force in a separate branch.
Did soldiers send messages to family during World War 1?
they did if they were just about to go to battle about what to do if they got killed. If they did the message would be sent to the soilders loved ones and if they didnt the le…tter would be given back to its writer toeither be svaed for a later date or to be shreded
In world war 2 was the royal family evacuated?
No they were not, although the Royal Family did not spent their nights in London, spending them at Windsor Castle. A famous statement by Queen Elizabeth…, when asked if the Royal children were to be evacuated to Canada for safety was. I paraphrase here... "The children will not leave without me; I will not leave without the King; The King will never leave Britian." In fact, King George VI took instruction in the use of the Lee Enfield rifle and Queen Elizabeth took instruction in revolver training to prepare for invasion.
Which member of the royal family was killed in world war 2?
Prince George, Duke of Kent, was killed in a plane crash on 25 August 1942.
What was the role of the European colonies during World War 1?
The role of the European colonies during World War I was to provide Vital Supplies, like food and clothing and weapons and troops.
What was the royal families name before world war 1?
If you are talking about the British Royal Family before WW1 their name was Saxe-Coburg-Gotha after Queen Victoria's husband Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha. However …George V changed the name to Windsor because Saxe-Coburg-Gotha was German.
What did the British Royal Family do during World War 2?
The Royals in World War II People rarely think of the King of the Commonwealth and his family during World War 2. King George was nearly killed by a bomb during the blitz.… Did he leave? No, he said that all families in London do not get to run away from London and he and his family will not leave either. He served his country in support efforts. The current Queen Elizabeth was then Princess Elizabeth. She served the country in a program called WATS. The men in the Royal Family serve in the Armed Forces for the Nation. People do not realize they do not just sit around even in the face of war. The King or Queen is the head of all the armed forces and is responsible for them.
Which European countries were neutral during World War 1?
Switzerland, Netherlands(holland), Portugal
How were the royal family part of world war 2?
HM King George VI and HM Queen Elizabeth (the "Queen Mother") and Princesses Elizabeth (current Queen Elizabeth II) and Margarethe were a rallying point for the British …during WW II. When London was being bombed by the German Airforce - The King and Queen remained in the city and would tour the bombed areas. The Queen Mother/Queen Consort was thought so important to keeping British morale that Hitler was alleged to have called her "the most dangerous woman in Europe".
Why were marriages between European royal families sought after at the time?
because the royal families wanted to marry other 'royal' people not normal people
How were families affected during world war 1?
Some families had to move out of the way from the soldiers. Many actually. Also, many people in families, even those who didn't fight, were sick. Some even died.
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What was life like on the European homefront during World War 1?
Life on the European homefront during World War 1 was full of sacrifice and struggle by everyone. Things like food, clothing and gasoline were all rationed and making do w…as the thing to do. People who were used to having enough of everything were forced to plant gardens and mend their clothes just to get by from day to day.
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Did any of the royal family of England fight in World War 1?
George VI, 1909-13 he studied at the Naval College at Osborne and then Dartmouth. Prince Albert then spent time at sea on the battleship Collingwood he served in the bat…tle of Jutland on 31 May 1916.
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What European countries lost ruling families IN world war 1?
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How did imperialism impact european states during World War 1?
BEcause of competition for colonies in Africa And Asia the Germans believed they deserved those colonies instead of britain and France because they did not have as many. This …led to tension.
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How did European actions during world War 1 impact African societies?
They reduced the available labor force in African villages.