Ernest Augustus, King of Hanover

Ernest Augustus, King of Hanover (1771-1851), was a German monarch who ruled Hanover from 1837 until his death. He was the younger brother of King George III of the United Kingdom. When Queen Victoria ascended the British throne, the Salic Law barred women from inheriting the Hanoverian throne, leading to a separation between the British and Hanoverian crowns. Ernest Augustus was known for his conservative stance and efforts to maintain traditional monarchy amidst rising democratic movements. He played a pivotal role in the political landscape of his time, navigating the challenges of governance and the changing dynamics of Europe.