George VI was born 129 years ago today: The timid prince who, having grown up in the shadow of his older brother, overcame a debilitating stammer to become a symbol of strength in the face of war after the abdication of Edward VIII
His birthday fell on the 34th anniversary of the death of his great-grandfather Prince Albert. Known as Bertie, the timid prince grew up as a spare to his brother, who would become Edward VIII.