Caroline of Brunswick
Queen consort of King George IV
Born
Died
1821
205 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born on May 17, 1768, Caroline of Brunswick became the queen consort of King George IV of the United Kingdom. Marriage to George IV occurred in 1795, and the union was tumultuous, marked by personal and political strife. Many public controversies surrounded her, especially regarding their separation in 1814 and subsequent trials that captured public attention. In 1820, George IV attempted to exclude her from his coronation. However, Caroline made a dramatic entrance and was denied entry, which further heightened her popularity among the public. She lived in Italy for the latter part of her life until her death in 1821.
Marriage to King George IV
Controversy surrounding her exclusion from the coronation
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