House of Hanover

The House of Hanover (the Hanoverians) were a German royal dynasty which succeeded the House of Stuart as kings of Great Britain in 1714. They also ruled Hanover in Germany, their original possession. They are sometimes referred to as the House of Brunswick, Hanover line. The House of Hanover is a younger branch of the House of Welf, which in turn is a branch of the House of Este.

Trivia

The streets of Brisbane's Central Business District are named after members of the House of Hanover. Streets running parallel with Queen St are named for female members, with streets running perpendicular named after male members.

Related Topics:
Brisbane's - Central Business District - Queen St

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Hanover Square in downtown New York City is also named for the family, as is the province of New Brunswick in Canada.

Related Topics:
Hanover Square - New York City - New Brunswick

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