George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham
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George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham
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George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, KG, was an English courtier, statesman, and patron of the arts. He was a favourite and self-described "lover" of King James VI and I. Buckingham remained at the height of royal favour for the first three years of the reign of James's son, King Charles I, until he was assassinated. Villiers was born in Brooksby, Leicestershire from a family of minor gentry. His ascent began notably in 1614 when, aged 21, he caught the attention of the king. His achievement
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English politician (1592–1628)
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Villiers,_1st_Duke_of_Buckingham
date created:
2002-11-13T11:31:30Z
date modified:
2024-09-08T09:59:57Z
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