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George IV

noun

  1. 1762–1830, king of England 1820–30 (son of George III).


George IV

noun

  1. George IV17621830MBritishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1762–1830, king of Great Britain and Ireland and also of Hanover (1820–30); regent (1811–20). His father (George III) disapproved of his profligate ways, which undermined the prestige of the crown, and of his association with the Whig opposition


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The Royalist caught up with her at the George IV pub in London for a G&T between appointments.

It was stated in the house of commons shortly after the coronation that the expenses incurred for the coronation of George IV.

He had been painting on the previous day another portrait of George IV.

He ascended the throne at the age of sixty-five, succeeding his brother, George IV.

The usual ceremony of proclamation and salutation announced the accession of George IV.

Then he had an audience from George IV., who gave him many presents, and among others a complete suit of ancient armour.

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