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The Other George Helped Birth of a Nation
An Associated Press profile of King George II’s impact on the American Revolution argues his rigid rule, missteps, and eventual decline shaped Britain’s response to the colonies. It notes his 1775 proclamation, 1776 independence, and 1782 abdication-era struggles, ending with his late life decline.
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Kenneth J
Associated Press
George Washington
George II
United States of America
George the 3Rd
George III
Britain
Germany
England
George
Virginia
America
Lord North
North
Boston
Empire
Yorktown
Benjamin West
National Portrait Gallery
Smithsonian Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art