 Edward VIII was a traitor says Andrew Lownie Edward VIII reigned for only 11 months, from January 20 to December 11, 1936. His abdication changed the course of the British monarchy forever; his younger brother Prince Albert, affectionately known as Bertie, was forced to ascend the throne and his niece, then-Princess Elizabeth became the heir ... The rise and fall of Edward VIII Britains Traitor King... 