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Creation of Duke of St Albans

When
1684
Where
England
Episodes
1

On 5 January 1684, King Charles II elevated his illegitimate son Charles Beauclerk to Duke of St Albans, following the death of the previous holder. The grant included a £1,000 annual allowance and specific court offices.

Episodes

  1. 5 January 1684 · EnglandCreation of Duke of St Albans

    King Charles II granted the dukedom to his son Charles Beauclerk on 5 January 1684, along with financial allowances and court offices.

Background and detail

The Grant. On 5 January 1684, Charles II granted the title Duke of St Albans to Charles, Earl of Burford. The king also provided a £1,000 annual allowance and the offices of Chief Ranger of Enfield Chace and Master of the Hawks in reversion.

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Sources

  1. Charles Beauclerk, 1st Duke of St Albans Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-13

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