George II

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King of Great Britain and Elector of Hanover from 1727 to 1760 (1683-1760)

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Andrew C. Thompson, George II: King and Elector (2011) George III reigned 1760–1820; he was born in Britain, never visited Hanover, and spoke English as his first language. Source: Internet

Arkell, p. 154. Though George II denounced Walpole as a "rogue and rascal" over the terms of the reconciliation with his father, Caroline advised her husband to retain Walpole as the leading minister. Source: Internet

Black, George II, p. 174; Trench, p. 212. With his support eroded, Walpole retired in 1742 after over 20 years in office. Source: Internet

Black, George II, p. 80; Trench, p. 132. George asked Compton, rather than Walpole, to write his first speech as king for him, but Compton asked Walpole to draft it. Source: Internet

Black, George II, p. 157; Kilburn; Weir, p. 284. War and rebellion Against Walpole's wishes, but to George's delight, Britain reopened hostilities with Spain in 1739. Source: Internet

Critics supposed that George II hid the will to avoid paying out his father's legacies. Source: Internet

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