George IV

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George IV by Sir Thomas Lawrence

George IV
King of the United Kingdom and Hanover
File:George IV by Thomas Lawrence.jpg
Portrait by Thomas Lawrence, 1822
Reign29 January 1820 – 26 June 1830
Coronation19 July 1821
PredecessorGeorge III
SuccessorWilliam IV
Born(1762-08-12)12 August 1762
St James's Palace, London, England
Died26 June 1830(1830-06-26) (aged 67)
Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England
Burial15 July 1830
SpouseCaroline of Brunswick
IssuePrincess Charlotte of Wales
Names
George Augustus Frederick
HouseHouse of Hanover
FatherGeorge III
MotherCharlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz
SignatureGeorge IV's signature


George IV (George Augustus Frederick; 12 August 1762 – 26 June 1830) was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from 29 January 1820 until his death in 1830. He was the eldest son of George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

George was born at St James's Palace, London, and was the eldest of the nine sons of George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. He was educated privately and at Trinity College, Cambridge.

Regency[edit | edit source]

George served as Prince Regent from 1811 to 1820 during his father's final mental illness. His regency was marked by victory in the Napoleonic Wars in Europe.

Reign[edit | edit source]

George IV ascended the throne in 1820 following the death of his father, George III. His reign was marked by his extravagant lifestyle and the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1829. He was known for his patronage of the arts and his role in the construction of the Royal Pavilion in Brighton and the remodelling of Buckingham Palace.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

George IV married Caroline of Brunswick in 1795, but the marriage was unhappy, and they lived separately after the birth of their only child, Princess Charlotte of Wales.

Death and Legacy[edit | edit source]

George IV died on 26 June 1830 at Windsor Castle and was succeeded by his brother, William IV. He was buried in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. His legacy includes his contributions to the arts and architecture, as well as his controversial personal life.

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD