Charles, Duke of Cumberland (1680-1765), was a British royal and the son of King George II. He served as a military leader during the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War. Known for his role in the Battle of Culloden in 1746, he was a key figure in the British efforts against the Jacobite uprising. Despite his military career, Charles is often remembered for his lavish lifestyle and patronage of the arts. He was a prominent figure in the House of Hanover and held significant influence in British politics during his lifetime.