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The Windsor dynasty began during the reign of which British monarch?
Answer
George V
King George V changed the royal family name from Saxe-Coburg and Gotha to Windsor in 1917 due to anti-German sentiment during World War I.
💡 Did you know?
The name 'Windsor' was chosen to reflect the royal family's association with Windsor Castle, one of their primary residences.
Other options people guess
- Edward VII
- George VI
- Queen Victoria
Topics
- Windsor dynasty
- George V
- British monarchy
- World War I
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