Christian VIII

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    The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult; and left untried.
    Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874–1936)

    I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love.... I now quit altogether public affairs, and I lay down my burden.
    —Edward VIII (1894–1972)