Topic: george
Definition:

  • Christian martyr
  • patron saint of England
  • hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1936 to 1947
  • he succeeded Edward VIII (1895-1952) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1910 to 1936
  • gave up his German title in 1917 during World War I (1865-1936) King of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830
  • his attempt to divorce his estranged wife undermined the prestige of the Crown (1762-1830) King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820
  • the American colonies were lost during his reign
  • he became insane in 1811 and his son (later George IV) acted as regent until 1820 (1738-1820) King of Great Britain and Elector of Hanover from 1727 to 1760 (1683-1760) Elector of Hanover and the first Hanoverian King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714 to 1727 (1660-1727)

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  • Resources:

    The White House
    Official site. Features a virtual historical tour, history of American presidents and their families, and selected exhibits of art in the White House.
    http://www.whitehouse.gov/

    George Washington University
    Offers comprehensive programs of undergraduate and graduate liberal arts study as well as degree programs in medicine, law, engineering, education, business/public management and international affairs.
    http://www.gwu.edu/

    George Mason University
    State university in Fairfax County, Virginia. Campuses in Manassas and Arlington.
    http://www.gmu.edu/

    Where's George
    Track US dollar bills as they travel across the country.
    http://www.wheresgeorge.com/

    George W. Bush
    Official presidential campaign site. Includes latest news and endorsements.
    http://www.georgewbush.com/