![]() READ: The Queen and Princess Margaret - the big difference between their grandchildren "I have reached this decision entirely alone, and in doing so I have been strengthened by the unfailing support and devotion of Group Captain Townsend." But mindful of the Church's teachings that Christian marriage is indissoluble, and conscious of my duty to the Commonwealth, I have resolved to put these considerations before others. "I have been aware that, subject to my renouncing my rights of succession, it might have been possible for me to contract a civil marriage. However, Margaret went on to release a statement confirming that she had broken off the engagement, writing: "I would like it to be known that I have decided not to marry Group Captain Peter Townsend. ![]() ![]() Princess Margaret broke off the engagement in 1955 ![]()
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