Cultural Implications. Culture shapes the ideas of what behaviors are acceptable for men and women as well as what behaviors are appropriate between men and women. Gender identity and culture share a strong connection as they affect daily life not only in the home and family but also in the workplace and community.
Sibling rivalry: King George VI (right) was taunted by his elder brother Edward (left) over his stammer, which blighted his life. Edward repeatedly ridiculed and humiliated his brother over the stammer â and was never forgiven.
Albert's father died in January 1936, making his brother King Edward VIII. He abdicated in December 1936 to marry a twice-divorced American woman, putting England in a crisis. Albert then became King George VI, after his father, and his wife became Queen Elizabeth. His first act as King was to make his brother the Duke of Windsor.