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Jul 24, 2009 · It was finally unveiled in 1824, seven years after the Princess’s death. Over the years it has needed various restoration work – it was cleaned in 1844 by request of the Office of Works (SGC XVII.61.29 (b)) and in 1849 a pinnacle was restored over the tomb by local stone mason and builder, Thomas Bedborough, for the price of £25 (SGC VI.B.10)
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.
St. George's Chapel. Maintained by: Find a Grave. Added: Dec 7, 1999. Find a Grave Memorial ID: 7464. Source citation. British Royalty. Born Charlotte Augusta, the only child of the loveless marriage between the Prince of Wales (later George IV) and Caroline of Brunswick.
On 6 November 1817, Princess Charlotte, daughter of the Prince Regent and heir presumptive to the throne, died at Claremont House after a labour lasting fifty-one hours in which she had given birth to a stillborn son. The funeral of Princess Charlotte took place at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, thirteen days after her death.
The monument consists of five cowled figures in the throes of mourning positioned at the base. 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.
Jun 15, 2015 · Located near the West Door is the tomb of King George V and Queen Mary; their effigies were sculpted by Sir William Reid Dick in 1939. King George V was born on June 3, 1865 and he reigned from 1910 until his death on January 20, 1936. Queen Mary (former Princess Mary of Teck) was born on May 26, 1867 and she died on March 24, 1953.
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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.
