Master of the Robes

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The Master of the Robes is an office in the British Royal Household. He is responsible for the King's robes at times such as a coronation, the annual Order of the Garter service and the State Opening of Parliament. Since the reign of Edward VII, the office has only been filled for coronations (note, the office is not allocated during the reign of a queen regnant). Below is a list of known office holders:

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Henry VII

James I

Charles, Prince of Wales, later Charles I

Charles II

James II

William III

Queen Anne

George I

George II

George III

George IV

William IV

Victoria

Edward VII

George V

Edward VIII

George VI

Elizabeth II

Charles III

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References

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  6. "No. 34319". The London Gazette . 1 September 1936. p. 5657.
  7. "Lord Colebrooke, Official of Court". The New York Times. 1 March 1939. Edward VIII in September, 1936, appointed him Master of the Robes. It was announced at the time that he would attend to the present Duke of Windsor's dress for the coronation.