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Creation of Duke of York
- When
- 24 May 1892
- Where
- London
Prince George was created Duke of York, Earl of Inverness, and Baron Killarney by Queen Victoria on 24 May 1892.
The title was granted following the death of his elder brother, Prince Albert Victor. George, previously third in line, became second in line to the throne. This creation followed the tradition of granting the dukedom to the second son of the monarch.
Sources
- George V Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
- Duke of York Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
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