King George IV died on 26 June 1830, bringing to an end a glittering royal story that had shocked as much as it had intrigued.
Although George defined a period that remains perpetually popular, the Regency era, as king he was unpopular and he spent the last years of his life in poor health.Â
The eldest son of King George III and Queen Charlotte, while Prince Regent, George became the…
Appeal to raise £60K for completion of landmark King George IV statue for Ramsgate Harbour
30th July 2021
Organisers of the celebrations marking Ramsgate’s 200-year status as a Royal Harbour are appealing for £60,000 so a landmark statue of King George IV can be finished. The bicentennial weekend events are planned for 24-26 September and will boost the fundraising needed…
George IV ascended the British throne 200 years ago today. Here, Royal Central’s Assistant Editor, Moniek Bloks, looks at the life of the Regent who finally got to reign.
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The future George IV was born at St. James’s Palace on 12 August 1762 to George III and…
