Duke of Gloucester facts for kids
The Duke of Gloucester is a special royal title in the United Kingdom. It is often given to one of the sons of the King or Queen. The title is named after the city of Gloucester in England. When someone becomes the Duke of Gloucester, they also get other smaller titles, like Earl of Ulster and Baron Culloden.
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What is a Royal Title?
A royal title is a special name given to members of the royal family. These titles often come with certain duties or roles. The Duke of Gloucester is a very old and important title. It shows a close connection to the monarch.
History of the Gloucester Title
The title of Duke of Gloucester has been created several times throughout history. Each time, it was given to a different royal prince.
First Duke: Thomas of Woodstock
The very first Duke of Gloucester was Thomas of Woodstock. He was a son of King Edward III. He became Duke in 1385. This was a very long time ago!
Second Duke: Humphrey of Lancaster
Later, Humphrey of Lancaster became the Duke of Gloucester. He was a son of King Henry IV. He was an important figure during the Wars of the Roses. He was known for his love of books.
Richard III: A Famous Duke
One of the most famous people to hold this title was Richard III. He was a brother of King Edward IV. He became Duke of Gloucester before he became king himself. His story is very well known in English history.
Later Creations of the Title
The title was created again in the 18th century for Prince William Henry. He was a grandson of King George II. He was also a brother of King George III.
Another Duke was Prince William Frederick. He was a nephew of King George III. He was known for his military career.
The Modern Duke of Gloucester
The most recent creation of the Duke of Gloucester title was in 1928. It was given to Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester. He was a son of King George V. Prince Henry had an interesting life. He served in the military and was also the Governor-General of Australia.
Current Duke: Prince Richard
Today, the Duke of Gloucester is Prince Richard. He is the son of Prince Henry. Prince Richard became Duke in 1974. He carries out many important duties for the royal family. He supports charities and represents the King at events.
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Prince Richard, the current Duke of Gloucester
