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George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, KG (/ ˈ v ɪ l ər z / VIL-ərz; 28 August 1592 – 23 August 1628), was an English courtier, statesman, and patron of the arts. He was a favourite and self-described "lover" of King James VI and I.
George Villiers, 1. Duke of Buckingham KG, war ein bedeutender englischer Diplomat und Staatsmann am Anfang des 17. Jahrhunderts. Er war Günstling und leitender Minister unter den englischen Königen Jakob I. und Karl I.
George Villiers, 1st duke of Buckingham (born August 28, 1592, Brooksby, Leicestershire, England—died August 23, 1628, Portsmouth, Hampshire) was a royal favourite and statesman who virtually ruled England during the last years of King James I and the first years of the reign of Charles I.
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Learn about the life and death of George Villiers, the handsome and charismatic courtier who rose to power and wealth as the Duke of Buckingham. Explore his controversial role as the lover, friend and adviser of King James I and his son Charles I.
29. Jan. 2024 · George Villiers, the 1st Duke of Buckingham, was a powerful and divisive figure, who won the heart of King James I but in doing so alienated those fellow ambitious courtiers surrounding him. His meteoric rise to become a statesman and courtier would prove to be his downfall as he grew increasingly unpopular, amassing many enemies ...
5. März 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of George Villiers, who rose from a humble background to become the favourite of King James VI and I. Discover his charisma, influence, and controversial relationship with the king, based on historical evidence and sources.
1. Feb. 2024 · No one knew this better than George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, whose rise to power was built on the love and patronage of King James I (VI of Scotland). Here, Assistant Curator Minette Butler explores the life of this famous royal favourite and his place among the LGBT+ stories inside our palaces.
