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Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Strathearn (Edward Augustus; 2 November 1767 – 23 January 1820) was the fourth son and fifth child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. His only child, Victoria, became Queen of the United Kingdom 17 years after his death.
Prince Edward has held the title of Duke of Kent for over 81 years. He inherited the title at the age of six, after the death of his father in a plane crash in 1942. Edward carried out engagements on behalf of Elizabeth II and is involved with over 140 charitable organisations.
Dec 4, 2019 · Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent and Strathearn was Queen Victoria's father. The Duke was the fourth son of George III. Sadly he passed away less than a year after the birth of Queen Victoria.
Edward, Duke of Kent and Strathearn's legacy remains prominent in Canada and Prince Edward Island is named after him. He is also often credited with impacting the development of the country and with the first use of 'Canadian' to mean both French and British citizens.
Oct 1, 2012 · Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Strathearn, (2 November 1767 - 23 January 1820) was the the fourth son of George III and Queen Charlotte and a younger brother of George IV.
Edward Augustus, duke of Kent and Strathern was the fourth son of King George III of Great Britain, and the father of Queen Victoria. He made his career in the army and saw service at Gibraltar, Canada, and the West Indies, where he was renowned as a severe disciplinarian.
Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Strathearn (Edward Augustus; 2 November 1767 – 23 January 1820) was the fourth son and fifth child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. His only child, Victoria, became Queen of the United Kingdom 17 years after his death.
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