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George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham.
politician from England (1592-1628)
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About George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham
George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, was an English courtier and statesman who was a notable 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, Charles I, until he was assassinated.
Everything about George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham →- Occupation
- politician, diplomat, admiral
- Position held
- ambassador, Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Lord High Admiral, Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Born
- August 28, 1592
- Died
- August 23, 1628