When was George IV born?

George IV was born on 12 August 1762 in St James's Palace.

What positions has George IV held?

Positions held by George IV include: monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1820–1830); King of Hanover (1820–1830); member of the House of Lords.

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George IV

King of the United Kingdom and Hanover from 1820 to 1830

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George IV was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from 29 January 1820 until his death in 1830. At the time of his accession to the throne, he was acting as prince regent for his father, King George III, having done so since 5 February 1811 during his father's final mental illness.

Quick facts

Born: 12 August 1762 wd
Place of birth: St James's Palace wd
Died: 26 June 1830 wd
Place of death: Windsor Castle wd
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain wd
Occupation: art collector, patron of the arts, ruler, politician wd
Spouse: Caroline of Brunswick, Maria Fitzherbert wd

Positions held wd

monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (29 January 1820 – 26 June 1830)
King of Hanover (29 January 1820 – 26 June 1830)
member of the House of Lords

Awards wd

Knight of the Order of the Holy Spirit
Knight of the Order of Saint Michael
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George
Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece
Order of Saint Anna, 1st class
Order of Saint Alexander Nevsky
Order of St. Andrew
Order of the Southern Cross
Knight Grand Cross of the Military Order of William (1818)
Order of the Red Eagle 1st Class
Knight of the Garter (1771)
Order of the Thistle
Order of St Patrick
Order of Saint Stephen of Hungary

Questions

When was George IV born?: George IV was born on 12 August 1762 in St James's Palace.
What positions has George IV held?: Positions held by George IV include: monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1820–1830); King of Hanover (1820–1830); member of the House of Lords.

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Last updated 2 November 2026 · facts checked 3 November 2026

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