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Jul 24, 2009 · The monument built in the memory of Princess Charlotte (1796-1817) that presides in the Urswick Chapel in St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, was constructed by M.C. Wyatt.
Charlotte Augusta. British Royalty. Born Charlotte Augusta, the only child of the loveless marriage between the Prince of Wales (later George IV) and Caroline of Brunswick. Her young life was filled with the disrespect her parents held for each other, and they constantly quarreled.
Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales (7 January 1796 – 6 November 1817) was the only child of George, Prince of Wales (later George IV), and Caroline of Brunswick. She was expected to ascend the British throne after the deaths of her grandfather, George III, and her father, but died in childbirth at the age of 21, predeceasing them both.
Photograph of Princess Charlotte's monument in the Urswick Chapel of St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. In the centre, a marble sculpture of Princess Charlotte ascends to heaven supported by two winged angels whilst at her feet, a group of mourners kneel.
A central figure reaches for the sky with its right arm outstretched and is flanked by two angels, one of whom holds an infant in its arms. Princess Charlotte was the only child of George, Prince of Wales who went on to become King George IV.
Nov 23, 2008 · Princess Charlotte died giving birth to a nine pound son after two days in labor. The event resulted in a triple tragedy after her obstetrician committed suicide as a result of the botched delivery. Her death changed obstetrics forever.
Jun 15, 2015 · The tomb of King Edward IV who died in 1483 and a short distance away is tomb of King Henry VI who died in 1471, first buried in Chertsey Abbey located in Surrey and in 1484 his body was brought to St. George’s Chapel and re-interred.
