The son of George I, born in 1683, became King of Britain and Elector of Hanover upon his father's death in 1727. George II became the last British monarch to take part in battle when, during the War of Austrian Succession, he took the field as commander of the British army at the battle of Dettingen (1743), which he won. Ink signature, “George R.,” on an off-white slip. Double matted and framed with a profile portrait of George, to an overall size of 10 x 13.5. In fine condition, with thin and light double red line through one letter of signature and a bit of mild soiling. R&R COA.
