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Prince Regent Established
- When
- 5 February 1811
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Part of
- British Regency Established
George, Prince of Wales, officially became Prince Regent on 5 February 1811 due to his father's mental illness.
The Prince of Wales became Prince Regent on 5 February 1811. He acted as regent for the remainder of the King's life, following the King's permanent insanity and seclusion at Windsor Castle.
Sources
- George IV Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
- George III Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-28
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