Prince William Henry, Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh
1743–1805 (age 62)
Biography
Prince William Henry, Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh, was a son of King George II and uncle to King George III, making him a prominent figure within the royal family during the 18th century. Born in 1743, he held the dukedoms of Gloucester and Edinburgh and occupied a position of considerable social and political importance. As a member of the royal household, he was expected to uphold the dignity and traditions of the monarchy.
Prince William Henry lived until 1805, witnessing the transformation of Britain from a primarily agricultural society to an emerging industrial power. He was laid to rest at St George's Chapel, Windsor, the burial place of the royal family, where his tomb stands as a record of his life and status. His long life spanned a period of remarkable change in British history, and his legacy reflects his role within the Georgian royal establishment.