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Intrigue in Hanover Over Illegal Dukedom Marriage
A historical account portrays Sophie orchestrating a countess title for the mother of George II and arranging a marriage between her son and the legitimized heiress. The move sparks rebellion by Maximilian, involvement of Denmark, and violent betrayal, ending with a scandalous affair and murder that destabilizes Hanover court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sophia
George
Zell-and
Hanover
Maximilian
Zell
Denmark
Mulke
Morea
Coningsmark