George V
George V was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions from 1910 until his death in 1936. He was the second son of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and before ascending to the throne, he held the title Duke of Cornwall. Notably, he opened Australia’s first parliament in Melbourne in 1901, marking a significant moment in Australian history. His reign saw the transformation of the British monarchy into a more modern institution, navigating through World War I and the subsequent societal changes.
Born on Jun 03, 1865 (160 years old)
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Argentina:
George V approved the idea of a minute of silence, leading to its adoption by the Commonwealth.
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Australia:
George V opened Australia’s first parliament in May 1901 at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building.
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