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Her parents had lost a crown before she was born. At seventy, Sophia of Hanover was named in the law that would decide who wore another. She almost lived long enough to wear it herself.
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His wife had an affair and was imprisoned for thirty-two years. In 1714 he became King of Great Britain. He kept a mistress throughout their marriage without consequence. His mistress claimed the titles and wealth of a kingdom while his wife remained locked inside a castle she was not permitted to leave.