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Who was the Elector of Hanover before George I?

  • Ernest Augustus

  • Catherine the Great

  • William III

  • None of the above

Answer

The Elector of Hanover prior to George I was his father, Ernest Augustus, who held the position from 1692 until his death in 1698. Ernest Augustus was a prominent figure in European politics, serving as Prince-Bishop of Osnabrück and Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg during his lifetime. He played a significant role in the development and expansion of Hanover, making valuable contributions to its infrastructure, economy, and cultural landscape.
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