How old was King George III's dad?

The planet Uranus was originally named "Georgium sidus," the Georgian Star, after King George III of England, who had funded the 40-foot telescope William Herschel used in its discovery. On his father's death in 1751, the 12-year-old George became prince of Wales. read more

King George the third's father died when he was 13 years old. read more

King George The third became king in 1760 at the age of 22 years old! He remained king until he died in 1820. read more

When George’s father died in 1751, George inherited the title Duke of Edinburgh. Three weeks later the 12-year-old was made Prince of Wales by his grandfather, George II, putting him in line to inherit the throne. read more