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Accession of George III
- When
- 25 October 1760
- Where
- Unspecified
George, Prince of Wales, succeeded his grandfather as King George III on 25 October 1760, beginning a reign that lasted until 1820.
At the age of 22, the Prince of Wales immediately assumed the throne following his grandfather's death. He held the title of King of Great Britain and Ireland from this date until his own death in 1820.
Sources
- George III Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-28
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