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George IV
Portrait by Sir Thomas Lawrence, 1822.
King of the United Kingdom and Hanover
Reign	29 January 1820 – 26 June 1830
Coronation	19 July 1821
Predecessor	George III
Successor	William IV
Born	(1762-08-12)12 August 1762 St James's Palace, London, England
Died	26 June 1830(1830-06-26) (aged 67) Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England
Burial	St George's Chapel
Spouse	Caroline of Brunswick ​ ​ (m. 1795; died 1821)​
Issue	Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales
Full name George Augustus Frederick
House	House of Hanover
Father	George III
Mother	Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz

George IV (born as George Augustus Frederick on 12 August 1762, died on 26 June 1830) was king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 29 January 1820 until his death. The Regency, George's nine-year time as "Prince Regent", which started in 1811 and ended with George III's death in 1820, included winning the Napoleonic Wars in Europe. George IV's only daughter died before he did, so his younger brother became King William IV of the United Kingdom.

George IV was born on August 12, 1762, in London. His parents were George III and Charlotte Sophia. He enjoyed fun activities such as racing and dancing.

George IV became king on January 29, 1820. Prior to that, he served as regent from February 5, 1811, because his father, George III, was unwell.

George IV led a lavish lifestyle. He had strained relationships with his father and his wife, Caroline. He secretly married Maria Fitzherbert, but their marriage was not recognized. Eventually, he married his cousin, Caroline.

George IV passed away on June 26, 1830. His health suffered due to excessive drinking and being overweight. He spent his final years in seclusion at Windsor Castle.

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