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Charles II (1815–1830) The underage Duke Charles , the eldest son of Duke Frederick William (who had been killed in action), was put under the guardianship of George IV , the Prince Regent of the United Kingdom and Hanover.

Charles William Ferdinand of Brunswick, duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Wolfenbüttel, Prussian field marshal, and an enlightened ruler. Though he was Frederick II the Great’s nephew and favourite disciple, Charles proved to be less than successful in his military career, being defeated by Revolutionary

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Charles II, Duke of Brunswick ( German: Karl II, Herzog von Braunschweig; 30 October 1804 – 18 August 1873), ruled the Duchy of Brunswick from 1815 until 1830. Today he is best remembered for being on the losing side of the " Opera Game ," defeated by American chess master Paul Morphy in one of the most famous chess games ever played.

Charles II (born May 29, 1630, London—died February 6, 1685, London) king of Great Britain and Ireland (1660–85), who was restored to the throne after years of exile during the Puritan Commonwealth. The years of his reign are known in English history as the Restoration period.

Charles II, Duke of Brunswick. Charles II (German Karl II.; 30 October 1804 – 18 August 1873), Duke of Brunswick, ruled the Duchy of Brunswick from 1815 until 1830.

Information Related objects Also known as Charles II, Duke of Brunswick primary name: primary name: Charles II other name: other name: (Duke) Brunswick other name: other name: (Duke) Karl II Details individual; ruler; German; Male Life dates 1804-1873 Biography Eldest son of Duke Frederick William by Marie of Baden.