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Death of George I

When
11 June 1727
Where
Hanover
Part of
Accession and Coronation of George II

George I died of a stroke in Hanover on 11 June 1727, triggering the succession of his son.

While on a trip to his native Hanover, George I suffered a fatal stroke on 11 June 1727. His death resulted in the immediate succession of his son, George, who became King of Great Britain and Ireland at age 43.

Sources

  1. George II of Great Britain Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
  2. Coronation of George II and Caroline Wikipedia

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