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George I of Great Britain

George I of Great Britain (r. 1714-1727) succeeded the last of the Stuart monarchs, Queen Anne of Great Britain (r. 1702-1714) because he was Anne's nearest Protestant relative. The House of Hanover secured its position as the new ruling family by defeating several Jacobite rebellions which supported the old Stuart line.

King George may have struggled with both English and the English, often preferring his attachments in Germany, but his reign was a relatively stable one. His greatest legacy was as a patron of the arts, in particular, his support of musicians like Handel and such lasting cultural institutions as the Royal Academy of Music. He was succeeded by his son George II of Great Britain (r. 1727-1760).

Succession: The House of Hanover

The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw the end of the reign of the male Stuarts and placed William, Prince of Orange on the throne as William III of England (r. 1689-1702) with his wife, the daughter of the exiled James II of England (r. 1685-1688), made Mary II of England (r. 1689-1694). Mary's sister became the ruling monarch in 1702 as Anne, Queen of Great Britain. When Anne died, so ended the Stuart royal line, which had begun with Robert II of Scotland (r. 1371-1390).

Queen Anne outlived her husband Prince George of Denmark (1653-1708) by six years; she died at the age of 49 on 1 August 1714 at Kensington Palace after suffering two strokes. Queen Anne had had many children, but all died in infancy. The greatest hope for an heir had been William, Duke of Gloucester (b. 1689), but he died in 1700, aged 12. Anne's official heirs, the Hanoverian family, were selected as such in the 1701 Act of Settlement.

The Hanovers were connected to the British royal line as descendants of Elizabeth Stuart (d. 1662), daughter of James I of England (r. 1603-1625) and brief Queen of Bohemia through her husband Frederick V of the Palatinate. The chosen successor – although she was not permitted by Anne to even visit England – was Elizabeth Stuart's daughter Sophia (l. 1630-1714), wife of the Duke of Brunswick and Elector of Hanover (a small principality in Germany the size of Yorkshire). Sophie of Hanover was Queen Anne's nearest relation of the Protestant faith, a vital consideration given that Parliament had already passed a law forbidding a Catholic to take the throne. For this reason, more than 50 other claimants to the throne had been deemed unsuitable. When Sophia died in 1714, her son, George Ludwig, took over the role of heir apparent to the British throne.

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A happier life for Henry VIII's children. Part 2.

Elizabeth was the second daughter of King Henry VIII of England and his second wife Anne Boleyn. When the girl was 3 years old, the king annulled the marriage to her mother. Henry sent Anne to a convent and forbade Anne to communicate with her daughter, and soon afterward married Jane Seymour. She developed a close relationship with her stepmother, brother and sister. In 1547, her father died and Elizabeth was finally able to meet her mother. The meeting between mother and daughter after years of separation was very touching. When Anne saw Elizabeth, she could not believe that this beautiful girl was her daughter. First they cried for a long time in each other's arms, and then they sat up all night talking. They had a lot to say to each other. So their meetings became more and more frequent, and Edward allowed his father's second wife to stay with Elizabeth. In 1557 Edward VI began to look for worthy suitors from Protestant countries, for the hand of his sister, and his choice fell on the eldest son of the King of Sweden, Prince Eric. In the king's opinion, this marriage was to strengthen the sympathy of his subjects for him. In 1558, the princess became the wife of the heir to the Swedish crown, and 2 years later they became King and Queen of Sweden. It is said that at their first meeting the prince was so enchanted by her beauty that he lost the power of speech. Their married life was strong and passionate. For her husband Elizabeth became the most important confidante, with whom he discussed many problems. Six children were born in the marriage:

Gustav II of Sweden (1559 - 1605) Not interested in politics and never wanted to be king. Overthrown and killed by conspirators, including his own son Charles. Husband of Maria of Austria. Father of 4 children: Charles IX, Ludwig, Frederick, Elizabeth.

Anne of Sweden (1560 - 1634) Countess of East Friesland. At the age of 18 she married her cousin Enno III. The marriage was a happy one for both spouses. They became the parents of 9 children: Edzard III, Sabina, Agnes, Johann, Gustav, Rudolf, Christina, Sophia, Christian.

Magnus of Sweden(1561 - 1619) In 1582 he married his cousin Mary of England. They had 4 children: Nils, Katharina, Gunilla, Arnold. Magnus was widowed in 1590. And in 1592 he married his mistress Maria Oberg, but before that he received from his elder brother-king and his mother a permission to remarry. From his second wife he had 6 children: Magdalena, Sven, Hokon, Valdemar, Ingeborga, Svante.

Johan of Sweden(1565 - 1630) From childhood Johan was interested in navigation and discoveries. Therefore, he spent most of his life traveling, exploring lands not previously known. He was never married, however he recognized 3 children: Brita, Lars, Eric. And upon his death, he left each child a generous inheritance.

Cecily of Sweden(1567 - 1634) Macgravine of Baden-Rodemachern. In 1583 became the wife of Edward Fortunatus They became the parents of 5 children: Christoph III, Cecily, Elizabeth, Ottilia, Herman. In 1603, her husband died and Cecily was offered remarriage

Virginia of Sweden(1570 - 1606) Duchess of Holstein-Hottorp, wife of Johann Adolf. Virginia was older than her husband by 5 years, but despite this their marriage was happy. They had 7 children: Frederick III, Elisabeth, Conrad, Dorothea, Gedviga, Albrecht and Augusta. The Duchess died of childbirth fever a week after the birth of the last child. After the death of his wife, Johann lived the remaining 10 years until his death as a widower.

In 1568, the queen returned briefly to England for her mother's funeral. In 1577, King Eric XIV of Sweden died, and Elizabeth mourned her husband's death bitterly. But fortunately for Elizabeth, she had her children and grandchildren by her side, who became the meaning of her life. In addition, the Queen Dowager actively influenced the policies of her eldest son, King Gustav II. Gustav, weak-willed and indecisive, was not interested in ruling the state. In fact, the kingdom was ruled by Elizabeth, which did not please her daughter-in-law. Because of this, the two women often conflicted with each other. In March 1603, the Queen Dowager of Sweden died. She was buried in Uppsala Cathedral next to her husband. And 2 years later Gustav II was overthrown and killed. Her grandson Charles became the next king of Sweden.

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The Queen's 39-day extensive tour of New Zealand from 23 December 1953 to 30 January 1954, the first by a reigning Sovereign to that country

On 23 December 1953, history was made when Queen Elizabeth II arrived in Auckland aboard the liner S.S. Gothic to undertake a royal progress through her Kingdom of New Zealand. She was the first reigning sovereign to visit to do so. Her first greeting from her people was a welcoming escort of several hundred yachts and a 21-gun salute from the North Head battery as the royal ship passed Bastion…

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Remembering HM Queen Elizabeth II: One Year Since Her Passing 👑🌹

Today, we gather to mark a solemn occasion, the first anniversary of the passing of our beloved former Queen, Her Majesty Queen 

Elizabeth II. In her lifetime, she graced us with unwavering dedication, grace, and a profound sense of duty that has left an indelible mark on the history of our nation and the world.

Her Majesty's reign, which spanned over seven remarkable decades, was a testament to her commitment to her role as the head of the British monarchy and the Commonwealth. Her reign saw the world evolve in countless ways, and she remained a symbol of stability and continuity through it all.

Queen Elizabeth II was not just a monarch; she was a symbol of unity and strength. She guided the nation through times of joy and sorrow, celebrating milestones and offering solace during moments of adversity. Her iconic addresses, such as those in times of crisis, served as a source of inspiration and comfort to us all.

Her commitment to service was unwavering. From her tireless work for charities and organisations to her role as a global ambassador for peace and cooperation, she embodied the true spirit of public service. Her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched and the positive impact she made throughout her reign.

As we remember Queen Elizabeth II today, let us also reflect on the values she held dear: dedication to duty, unity, and a commitment to the well-being of her people. These values continue to inspire and guide us as a nation.

While we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the enduring legacy she leaves behind. Queen Elizabeth II's memory will forever remain in our hearts, and her contributions to the world will continue to shape the future.

In her honour, let us rededicate ourselves to the principles she stood for and continue to work towards a better, more united, and compassionate world.

Rest in peace, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Your legacy lives on, and your spirit continues to inspire us all. 🇬🇧🌹

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George IV of Great Britain

George IV of Great Britain (r. 1820-1830) was the fourth of the Hanoverian monarchs. He first reigned as Prince Regent from 1811 for his mad father George III of Great Britain (r. 1760-1820). George IV was an unpopular monarch for his many love affairs and overspending, but he was a great patron of the arts and architecture. He was succeeded by his younger brother William IV of Great Britain (r. 1830-1837).

The House of Hanover

The royal house of Hanover had taken over the British throne in 1714 following the death of Queen Anne of Great Britain (r. 1702-1714), who had no children. The Hanoverians were also electors of Hanover, a small principality in Germany, and so both George I of Great Britain (r. 1714-1727) and George II of Great Britain (r. 1727-1760) were very much Germans ruling in Britain. George III was the first Hanoverian to be born in Britain and to speak English as his first language, and he was, consequently, more popular with his subjects.

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Abstract: The King's Road as a Stage for Subcultural Subversion

The King's Road in Chelsea holds a unique position in British cultural history, serving as a battleground where subcultures directly challenged established authority and tradition. In the 1970s, punk rock, epitomized by Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood's boutique, SEX, disrupted the conservative air of the district. This subversive energy, fuelled by the punk movement's disdain for the establishment, stood in stark contrast to the King's Road's deep ties with British royalty, embodied in the nearby Duke of York's Barracks, home to organizations such as the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (FANY).

The juxtaposition of the FANY, a female-led unit supporting military efforts during times of crisis, with the punk rebellion along King’s Road raises fascinating questions of gender, class, and power. The acronym "FANY," steeped in both military honor and sexual innuendo, stands as a metaphor for the broader cultural clash between old and new, between the rigid structures of the monarchy and the freewheeling subversive energy of punk rock.

By the late 20th century, the landscape had changed. The barracks were sold and transformed into Duke of York Square, housing the Saatchi Gallery—a symbol of contemporary art’s dominance over traditional institutions. This development can be seen as part of a larger gentrification process that ultimately subsumed the radical potential of punk into commodified cultural consumption.

The evolution of the King’s Road, from a site of royal and military significance to a crucible for cultural revolt, reveals the ongoing tension between authority and subversion. It serves as a reminder that architecture and urban spaces are not merely physical entities but battlegrounds for ideological and political power. This narrative illustrates the continual struggle to balance tradition with subversion, monarchy with rebellion, and order with chaos—a story that resonates monumentally in the stones of the city's historic buildings, leaving architecture on the forefront of radicalism.

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