Author: Giles St Aubyn
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571281710
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Son of the eccentric Adolphus, seventh and favourite son of George III, Prince George was born in 1819 and was briefly heir presumptive to the throne of England until the birth that same year of his cousin Victoria. Instead he became George, second Duke of Cambridge, and rose to be Commander-in-Chief of the Army aged 37, holding that position for 39 years. Often considered a hidebound reactionary, he nonetheless took a keen interest in reform of the Army, and made considerable efforts to improve the soldier's lot. In the year that the title of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge was bestowed by HRH the Queen upon Prince William and Catherine Middleton on the morning of their wedding, this charming, substantial and formidably researched life of 'The Royal George' has a renewed topicality.
The Royal George
Author: Giles St Aubyn
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571281710
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Son of the eccentric Adolphus, seventh and favourite son of George III, Prince George was born in 1819 and was briefly heir presumptive to the throne of England until the birth that same year of his cousin Victoria. Instead he became George, second Duke of Cambridge, and rose to be Commander-in-Chief of the Army aged 37, holding that position for 39 years. Often considered a hidebound reactionary, he nonetheless took a keen interest in reform of the Army, and made considerable efforts to improve the soldier's lot. In the year that the title of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge was bestowed by HRH the Queen upon Prince William and Catherine Middleton on the morning of their wedding, this charming, substantial and formidably researched life of 'The Royal George' has a renewed topicality.
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571281710
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Son of the eccentric Adolphus, seventh and favourite son of George III, Prince George was born in 1819 and was briefly heir presumptive to the throne of England until the birth that same year of his cousin Victoria. Instead he became George, second Duke of Cambridge, and rose to be Commander-in-Chief of the Army aged 37, holding that position for 39 years. Often considered a hidebound reactionary, he nonetheless took a keen interest in reform of the Army, and made considerable efforts to improve the soldier's lot. In the year that the title of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge was bestowed by HRH the Queen upon Prince William and Catherine Middleton on the morning of their wedding, this charming, substantial and formidably researched life of 'The Royal George' has a renewed topicality.
George, Duke of Cambridge: 1819-1871
Author: George (2d Duke of Cambridge)
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Languages : en
Pages : 374
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Languages : en
Pages : 374
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George, Duke of Cambridge: 1819-1871.- v. 2. 1871-1904
Author: George (2d Duke of Cambridge)
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Languages : en
Pages : 388
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Languages : en
Pages : 388
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George, Duke of Cambridge
Author: George (2d Duke of Cambridge)
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Languages : en
Pages : 434
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Languages : en
Pages : 434
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George, Duke of Cambridge
Author: George (2d Duke of Cambridge)
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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The Royal George, 1819-1904
Author: Giles St. Aubyn
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Category : George, 2D Duke of Cambridge, 1819-19
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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"Prince George, Duke of Cambridge KG KT KP GCB GCH GCSI GCMG GCIE GCVO VD PC (George William Frederick Charles; 26 March 1819 ? 17 March 1904) was a member of the British Royal Family, a male-line grandson of King George III and maternal uncle of Queen Mary, consort of King George V. The Duke was an army officer by profession and served as Commander-in-Chief of the Forces (military head of the British Army) from 1856 to 1895. He became Duke of Cambridge in 1850 and Field Marshal in 1862."--Wikipedia.
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Category : George, 2D Duke of Cambridge, 1819-19
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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"Prince George, Duke of Cambridge KG KT KP GCB GCH GCSI GCMG GCIE GCVO VD PC (George William Frederick Charles; 26 March 1819 ? 17 March 1904) was a member of the British Royal Family, a male-line grandson of King George III and maternal uncle of Queen Mary, consort of King George V. The Duke was an army officer by profession and served as Commander-in-Chief of the Forces (military head of the British Army) from 1856 to 1895. He became Duke of Cambridge in 1850 and Field Marshal in 1862."--Wikipedia.
George, Duke of Cambridge
Author: Prince George (Duke of Cambridge)
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Languages : en
Pages : 418
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Pages : 418
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George, Duke of Cambridge
Author: George
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781022863293
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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George, Duke of Cambridge was a fascinating figure whose private life was shrouded in mystery. This memoir, based on the journals and correspondence of His Royal Highness, sheds new light on his character and career. Written by George himself, this book is a candid and compelling account of his personal and professional life, offering readers a unique glimpse into the world of royalty. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781022863293
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
George, Duke of Cambridge was a fascinating figure whose private life was shrouded in mystery. This memoir, based on the journals and correspondence of His Royal Highness, sheds new light on his character and career. Written by George himself, this book is a candid and compelling account of his personal and professional life, offering readers a unique glimpse into the world of royalty. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Military Life of H. R. H. George, Duke of Cambridge
Author: William Willoughby Cole Verner
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Languages : en
Pages : 508
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Pages : 508
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George, Duke of Cambridge; a Memoir of His Private Life Based on the Journals and Correspondence of His Royal Highness; Volume 1
Author: 2d Duke of Cambridge 1819-1904 George
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019903674
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A fascinating glimpse into the personal life of George, Duke of Cambridge, a member of the British royal family in the 19th century. Drawing on personal recollections and extensive research, Charlotte Augusta Louisa Wigram Hughes paints a vivid picture of the Duke's character, interests, and relationships. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019903674
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A fascinating glimpse into the personal life of George, Duke of Cambridge, a member of the British royal family in the 19th century. Drawing on personal recollections and extensive research, Charlotte Augusta Louisa Wigram Hughes paints a vivid picture of the Duke's character, interests, and relationships. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.