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Princess Sophia Named Heir
Act of Settlement gives English and Scottish crown to Sophia, Princess of Hanover (as granddaughter of James VI and I of Scotland and England). Her son George I inherits in 1714.
1701 Highlights
About June 12, 1701
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 322 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
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