Ernst August of Hanover is a German nobleman born on February 17, 1954. He is the head of the House of Hanover, a royal family with historical ties to the British monarchy. Ernst August is the son of Ernst August, Duke of Cumberland and Princess Victoria Louise of Prussia, making him a descendant of both German and British royal lines. He became the Duke of Cumberland and Teviotdale in 1981 and has been involved in various charitable activities. Ernst August is known for his interest in preserving the heritage of the Hanoverian dynasty and has participated in events related to the family's history.