King George II
King of Great Britain and Ireland and a prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Real World Example
King George II reigned from 1727 to 1760, during which time the 13 English Colonies in America were growing rapidly. Although he had limited direct involvement in the daily governance of the colonies, his reign saw the War of Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War, which impacted colonial expansion and defense. His rule helped set the stage for colonial dissatisfaction, eventually leading to the American Revolution. Today, his legacy is connected to the early development of democratic ideas and governance reforms that influenced the founding of the United States. For example, the emphasis on self-governance and resistance to tyranny during his time resonates in modern democratic practices, inspiring people to actively participate in civic duties like voting.
