Who would be regent for George?
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Who would be regent for George?
Regency Act 1728 27). It specified that Queen Caroline would act as regent in the absence of her husband, King George II rather than their son Frederick, Prince of Wales, whom he despised. The Act was necessary because George II was also the elector of Hanover and was returning to his homeland for a visit.
Who is Prince George regent?
George, Prince of Wales, (often referred to as Prinny) was the eldest son of George III, and was named Prince Regent when his father became too mentally unstable to rule. His regency, 1811-1820, gives name to the period. He reigned as George IV from 1820 to 1830.
Who was the last Prince regent?
George IV
| George IV | |
|---|---|
| Successor | William IV |
| Prince Regent of the United Kingdom | |
| Regency | 5 February 1811 – 29 January 1820 |
| Monarch | George III |
Who can act as regent?
Ordinarily, a regent must be aged 21 or over. However, the heir to the throne can act as regent from the age of 18 onwards.
Who was king after George 4th?
King William IV
Early reign When King George IV died on 26 June 1830 without surviving legitimate issue, William succeeded him as King William IV.
Who is next in line for King?
Prince Charles
Prince Charles is presently heir (next in line) to the British throne. He will not become king until his mother, Queen Elizabeth, abdicates (gives up the throne), retires or dies. When either of these happen, Prince Charles may abdicate and pass the throne to his eldest son Prince William.
When was the last Prince regent?
The last time Britain had a Regent was in the early 1800s, when King George III was unable to carry out his duties due to mental illness. His son, the future George IV, took over the King’s responsibility under the Regency Act.
Who was the last Prince Regent?
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