George V: The Spare Who Became King by Tragedy

He was never meant to wear the crown. Born into royalty but always in the shadow of his brother, Prince Albert Victor, George was destined for a life at sea — not the throne. But a twist of fate, a mysterious scandal, and a deadly pandemic changed everything. In this episode, uncover the dramatic early life of King George V — from a strict Victorian upbringing and global naval expeditions to his sudden rise in the line of succession after a royal tragedy. What secrets surrounded his brother’s life and death? And how did these events shape the future king of a changing empire? 📌 Discover how the "spare" became a symbol of stability in the most unpredictable of times.