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Elaborate leather bound book signed by the entire Royal family in 1942. Upon the front pastedown, the King and his wife sign ''George R.I.'' and ''Elizabeth R''. Under their parents' signatures, Princesses ''Elizabeth'' and ''Margaret'' sign as well. Mounted beneath the autographs is a typed letter on BBC letterhead, dated 1942, telling the story of the record album, which contains 6 vinyl LP's, produced by the BBC for a special performance at Windsor Castle on 21 April 1942 of the show, ''It's That Man Again,'' Princess Elizabeth's favorite radio program. Record album contains all six original LP's, although none are in playable condition and are broken in parts. The front of the leather bound book is embossed in gilt, ''Windsor Castle / 21 April 1942''. Book itself is in very good condition with a burn mark on the back cover and general wear. Autograph page is lightly discolored, though autographs themselves remain quite clear and bold, with the exception of King George's signature which has faded slightly. A very attractive and unusual WWII memento of the British Royal family.
Scarce Set of 1942 Autographs by the British Royal Family -- King George IV, His Wife & Princesses Elizabeth & Margaret Sign in Record Album of Special BBC Performance at Windsor Castle
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