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The '''House of Windsor''' is the reigning [[royal house]] of the [[United Kingdom]] and the other [[Commonwealth realms]]. The dynasty was established on 17 July 1917 by [[King George V]], who changed the name from the [[House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha]] due to anti-German sentiment during [[World War I]]. | The '''House of Windsor''' is the reigning [[royal house]] of the [[United Kingdom]] and the other [[Commonwealth realms]]. The dynasty was established on 17 July 1917 by [[King George V]], who changed the name from the [[House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha]] due to anti-German sentiment during [[World War I]]. | ||
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The House of Windsor is the reigning royal house of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms. The dynasty was established on 17 July 1917 by King George V, who changed the name from the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha due to anti-German sentiment during World War I.
History[edit]
The House of Windsor was founded by George V, who was the grandson of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The name change was a response to the strong anti-German feelings prevalent in the UK during World War I. The name "Windsor" was chosen after Windsor Castle, a royal residence.
Reigns[edit]
- George V (1910–1936): The first monarch of the House of Windsor, George V led the country through World War I and the early interwar period.
- Edward VIII (1936): His reign was short-lived due to his abdication to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcée.
- George VI (1936–1952): Known for his leadership during World War II, George VI was the father of Queen Elizabeth II.
- Elizabeth II (1952–2022): The longest-reigning current monarch, Elizabeth II saw significant changes in the British Empire and the Commonwealth.
- Charles III (2022–present): The current head of the House of Windsor.
Members[edit]
Notable members of the House of Windsor include:
- Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
- Prince Charles, Prince of Wales
- Prince William, Duke of Cambridge
- Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
- Princess Anne, The Princess Royal
- Prince Andrew, Duke of York
- Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex
Residences[edit]
The House of Windsor has several official residences, including:
Titles and Styles[edit]
Members of the House of Windsor hold various titles and styles, including:
Related Pages[edit]
- British monarchy
- Commonwealth realms
- Line of succession to the British throne
- Royal family
- House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
- Windsor Castle
