Sophia of Hanover
Electress of Hanover, succession claimant
Born
October 14th, 1630
394 years ago
Died
June 8th, 1714
311 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1630, held the title of Electress of Hanover. Sophia was a granddaughter of James VI and I and became involved in the politics of the time. After the death of her cousin, Sophia claimed the English throne based on the Act of Settlement 1701, which designated her as heir presumptive. However, she died shortly before ascending the throne and was succeeded by her son, George I, who became King of Great Britain in 1714.
Claimed the English throne through descent
Electress of Hanover
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