[quote=So Boerd]
British army isn't having any of it, and neither is Parliament. Most senior officers are nobles, and the fact that Edward didn't go through proper channels but simply declared the Kingdom at an end. So instead, Parliament shall treat Edward's shocking pronouncement as an abdication and young Alfred shall be king. As he is too young, a regent will be appointed, probably a staunch conservative to restore order.
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This sounds logical. The people of Britain would prolly long for a return to the status quo. In addition, as it was said...the actual government would win. So...have the original parliament declare Edwards republic as illegitimate and shut it down?