
Anne, Queen of Great Britain
Anne, Queen of Great Britain, ruled from 1702 to 1714 and was the last monarch of the House of Stuart. Her reign saw the unification of England and Scotland into Great Britain in 1707. Anne’s government focused on issues like the War of the Spanish Succession and religious conflicts, notably between Anglicans and Catholics. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of the church. Despite personal tragedies, including the loss of many children, Anne's legacy includes significant political developments and the strengthening of the British monarchy's role in governance.