George IV of the United Kingdom

George IV was King of the United Kingdom from 1820 until his death in 1830. Initially serving as Prince Regent from 1811 due to his father’s mental illness, he became known for his extravagant lifestyle and patronage of the arts. His reign saw significant social change, including early movements toward reform in government and society. George IV was also known for his controversial personal life, including a tumultuous marriage to Caroline of Brunswick. His legacy includes the iconic Regency architecture and a period of cultural flourishing, but he remains a complex figure in British history.