The Coronation of George III
On Tuesday, September 22, 1761, George III was formally crowned King of Great Britain and Ireland at Westminster Abbey. Only 23 years old, George had ascended to the throne a
On Tuesday, September 22, 1761, George III was formally crowned King of Great Britain and Ireland at Westminster Abbey. Only 23 years old, George had ascended to the throne a


An annual highlight of the late 18th century, King George III’s birthday on June 4 gave British residents of Michilimackinac, and throughout the British Empire, an opportunity to celebrate in style.