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Prince William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (15 April 1721 – 31 October 1765) was the third and youngest son of King George II of Great Britain and Ireland and his wife, Caroline of Ansbach. He was Duke of Cumberland from 1726.
- 10 November 1765, Westminster Abbey, London
- Hanover
Apr 11, 2024 · William Augustus, duke of Cumberland (born April 15, 1721, London, Eng.—died Oct. 31, 1765, London) was a British general, nicknamed “Butcher Cumberland” for his harsh suppression of the Jacobite rebellion of 1745. His subsequent military failures led to his estrangement from his father, King George II (reigned 1727–60).
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Mar 15, 2024 · Young Life and College. Wife Kate Middleton. Children. Military Service. Royal Duties. Philanthropy. Relationship with Prince Harry. Who Is William, Prince of Wales? As the elder son of King...
Prince William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland was the third and youngest son of King George II of Great Britain and Ireland and his wife, Caroline of Ansbach. He was Duke of Cumberland from 1726. He is best remembered for his role in putting down the Jacobite Rising at the Battle of Culloden in 1746, which made him immensely popular throughout ...
May 24, 2018 · Learn about the life and achievements of Prince William Augustus, the third son of King George II and Caroline of Ansbach. He was a military commander in the War of the Austrian Succession, the Jacobite Rising, and the Seven Years' War, where he was known as "Butcher Cumberland" for his role in the defeat of Charles Edward Stuart.
William Augustus D. of Cumberland son of K. Geo. II 1765. He was born in London on 15th April 1721, the second surviving son of George, Prince of Wales (who became King George II) and his wife Caroline. In 1726 he was created Duke of Cumberland, Marquess of Berkhampstead, Earl of Kennington, Viscount Trematon and baron of Alderney.
A biography of the Duke of Cumberland, a military leader who commanded the Government forces that defeated the Jacobites at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Learn about his life, achievements, controversies and legacy in Scotland and beyond.
