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May 7, 2024 · He grew up in Hanover and married (1705) the beautiful and intelligent Caroline of Ansbach. Upon the accession of his father to the English throne he was designated prince of Wales. By 1717 George I and his son, who had for years detested each other, were quarrelling openly.
5 days ago · She persuaded Caroline of Ansbach to test the treatment on prisoners. Princess Caroline subsequently inoculated her two daughters in 1722. Under a pseudonym, Wortley Montague published an article describing and advocating in favor of inoculation in September 1722.
4 days ago · As wife of King George II, Queen Caroline was the first consort to wield substantial political power in Great Britain. An intelligent, cultured woman who conversed with prominent intellectuals of the day, Caroline exerted significant influence over her husband.
May 20, 2024 · Caroline of Brunswick: Interesting Facts – Despite being Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, her funeral took place in Germany. – Caroline learned both English and French growing up. – As a teen, several Continental princes had asked for Caroline’s hand in marriage.
May 21, 2024 · Caroline von Brandenburg-Ansbach. Königin von Großbritannien. Wilhelmine Karoline von Brandenburg-Ansbach. Born on 11 March 1683 - Ansbach, Bayern (DE) Died on 1 December 1737 - London, England (GB) 54 years old. 8 children. 24 grandchildren.
- Female
- March 11, 1683
- Georg II. Von Großbritannien, Georg
- December 1, 1737
6 days ago · Caroline of Ansbach: 1683–1737 Henry VII's Chapel at Westminster Abbey in London King George III: 1738–1820 St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle: Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz: 1744–1818 St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle King George IV: 1762–1830 St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle Maria Anne Smythe: 1756–1837 St John the Baptist ...
May 15, 2024 · She was a well-known beauty, who became a Lady of the Bedchamber to Caroline of Ansbach, Princess of Wales. By his wife, Charles Beauclerk gave Nell Gwyn twelve grandchildren: Grandchildren. Charles Beauclerk, 2nd Duke of St. Albans (6 April 1696 – 27 July 1751), eldest son and heir; Lady Diana Beauclerk (born c. 1697)
