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George Villiers
1592-1628
George Villiers was introduced to the king in Apethorpe by Somersets opponents. They wanted to see the end of the kings current favourite (Carr)
Villiers became the kings favourite when Carrs influence on the king had died-1616
The things that James particularly liked about Villiers was;
He looked younger than he was
He had a smooth clear complexion (James had a weakness for handsome young men)
Between 1614-1623 Villiers rose from cupbearer to duke.
Villiers had control over the granting of favours, pensions and titles. ...
Because of Villiers misunderstanding of the opposition he was assinated-1628.
The Rise of George Villiers
1614
Cup-bearer
1615
Gentleman of the Bedchamber
(April 23rd)
1616
Master of the Horse (January)
Order of the Garter (April)
Viscount Villiers (August 27th)
1617
Earl of Buckingham (January)
Privy Council (February)
Scottish Privy Council
1618
Marquis of Buckingham
(New Years Day)
1619
Lord High Admiral
1623
Duke of Buckingham (May
George Villiers
1592-1628
George Villiers was introduced to the king in Apethorpe by Somersets opponents.
Approximate Word count = 543
Approximate Pages = 2.2
(250 words per page double spaced)
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