Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz
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Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Early Life and Education
Early Life and Education
Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was born into a small northern German duchy and received a modest education typical of her time.
19 May 1744
Birth
Charlotte was born as Sophia Charlotte, the youngest daughter of Duke Charles Louis Frederick of Mecklenburg-Strelitz and Princess Elizabeth Albertina of Saxe-Hildburghausen, at Untere Schloss (Lower Castle) in Mirow.
1752
Brother's Succession
Her brother Adolphus Frederick succeeded to the ducal throne, giving Charlotte her first experience of princely duties and court life.
1760
Engagement to George III
Charlotte was chosen as a prospective consort for King George III due to her lack of experience in power politics and her upbringing in a minor German duchy.
