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Edward Viii / Riding Boy
Edward VIII on his first riding lesson with the head of the Kings stables. He is riding a Basuto pony which was brought home from South Africa by Prince Francis of Teck. Date: 1902
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Basuto Brought Francis Lesson Pony Rides Sailor Stables Teck Viii 1902
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This photograph captures a young and dashing Edward, Duke of York and future King Edward VIII, on his first riding lesson with the Head of the King's Stables in 1902. The Duke, who would later abdicate the throne in 1936, is shown gracefully mounted on a Basuto pony, a breed that was brought home from South Africa by his uncle, Prince Francis of Teck. The Duke, dressed in a sailor suit, displays an effortless ease in the saddle, already exhibiting the natural equestrian skills that would become a hallmark of his later life. The Basuto pony, a sturdy and agile breed native to Southern Africa, was well-suited to the rugged terrain of the region and was highly prized for its endurance and strength. Prince Francis, who served as the Governor of Natal from 1896 to 1900, had brought several of these ponies back to England with him, introducing them to the British aristocracy and establishing a lasting connection between the royal family and the breed. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the early life of Edward VIII, who would go on to become the King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire in 1936, before abdicating in favor of his brother, George VI. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich history of the British monarchy's connection to Africa and the influence of colonialism on the development of British equestrian culture.
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