The Declaration of Independence portrayed King George the Third as a tyrant. But was he? This episode looks at the real king behind the revolutionary rhetoric, the constitutional limits on royal power, and how George the Third became one of the most controversial figures in American history. Part of Palace Intrigue’s America 250 series exploring the Revolution through a royal lens.<br /><br />Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Palace Intrigue : King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

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America 250: Was King George III Really a Tyrant?

JUN 30, 20269 MIN
Palace Intrigue :  King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

America 250: Was King George III Really a Tyrant?

JUN 30, 20269 MIN

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The Declaration of Independence portrayed King George the Third as a tyrant. But was he? This episode looks at the real king behind the revolutionary rhetoric, the constitutional limits on royal power, and how George the Third became one of the most controversial figures in American history. Part of Palace Intrigue’s America 250 series exploring the Revolution through a royal lens.<br /><br />Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.