Duke of Orange

The Duke of Orange refers to a noble title historically associated with the Principality of Orange in France and later linked to the Dutch Royal Family. It became prominent when William of Orange, a leader in the Netherlands, inherited this title and played a key role in Dutch independence and later in English history through the Glorious Revolution of 1688. As a figure, the Duke of Orange symbolizes influence, leadership, and the struggle for sovereignty, especially in the context of Dutch and British history. The title is still used today, primarily by members of the Dutch royal family.