The Georgians

An investigation has begun to determine whether a headless skeleton, located in the Scottish Highlands, is that of a notorious 18th century Jacobite chief, Lord Lovat – the last person…

In the almost-1000 year history of the Monarchy, Elizabeth II is the 41st Monarch to reign, and the 12th Sovereign of Great Britain. But how do you keep track of them…

History is full of amusing stories, including many an unusual death. With medicine rarely advanced enough to treat any ailments that could end one’s life, it has certainly given us…

Music is hugely important at numerous Royal events, and George Frederic Handel is one of the most famous composers to have ever worked in Great Britain, creating music for Kings and…

A new exhibition at Kew Palace is to explore the royal education of Queen Charlotte and her daughters, who took a progressive approach to learning for the 18th century. Personal…

“I pray, Mr Adams, that the United States does not suffer unduly from its want of a Monarchy.” – King George III to John Adams, on the occasion of Adams’…

A new BBC film, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’, is to be released next month, depicting the infamy of a Georgian lady. ‘The Scandalous Lady W’ is a 90-minute-long film, starring Natalie…

George III is much remembered for his illness and his son taking over as Regent, but what was his illness and how did it affect him? From an early stage…