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I've been fascinated by the Abdication Crisis recently, so I'm curious. What would have happened if some nut takes a shot at Mrs. Simpson? Let's say this occurs in late November or early December of 1936, after it has become clear that Edward is probably going to abdicate but hasn't yet. Does Edward keep the throne? Is the government going to try to force him out anyway? If he does keep the throne, what will Edward VIII's reign look like after his near-abdication and the assassination of his almost-wife?
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