William IV: The Maddest Lad To Ever Sit On The British Throne
Of all the monarchs to sit on the British throne in the modern era, few are as infrequently discussed as King William IV. It’s a real shame, because the stories of his life are a real gas. Only the most dedicated of royal historians are probably familiar with facts about King William IV, but a close reading of his biography reveals a life filled with risk-taking, debauchery, and an anti-authoritarian streak that he carried with him right to the throne.
In many ways, William IV was the original “mad lad,” and modern rogues could learn a thing or two about his particular brand of misbehavior. His actions certainly make him stand out among even the most bizarre English royalty.
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@stuffsorasays
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
He was the most human of the bunch.
@MeJustMe101
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
"William IV: The Maddest Lad To Ever Sit On The British Throne"
King Henry VIII: Allow me to introduce myself.
@lloyd-cheikheubank-green8251
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Reckless brat
@TheSaltydog07
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
He was for the abolition of slavery and modernized the navy, transitioning from sail to steam. He improved conditions for sailors. A few examples of his many accomplishments for you.
@lilymarinovic1644
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Mad props for just stealing a boat (as you do if you are helping run the Admiralty) and going AWOL for 10 days …
@rafflesxyz4800
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Baseball? BASEBALL?? You beastly American!
@JonathanSilverton-ol7kn
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
No he wasnt. He was an unassuming rather charming old boy, who possessed something that his brothers did not. Common sense.
@paulietteburnett7270
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Queen Neferterria
@callumbush1
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
David Cameron is his direct descendant.
@ElizabethMcCormick-s2n
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Whoa, I didn't know William IV actually came to America during our revolution!
@chopchung
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
There's always been much debate about "silly BIlly", was it William IV or William, Duke of Gloucester (William IV's brother-in-law).William IV was also, disparagingly, called "Pineapple head". Not a lot of people KNOW that apart from Micheal Caine and, SO IT SEEMS…..crowded house!!!.
@beminem
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
What a legend
@ClayT2424
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Typically they frown on you if you become king “On Purpose” right, Scar? 🤣
@elisekehle8520
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Do Yuri Andropov!
@leondillon8723
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
2:30) 28 Juno 1778. Monmouth Courthouse, New Jersey. Mary Hays, AKA Molly Pitcher. She was almost killed by a limey cannon ball. It passed between her legs.
@miamimercenary9623
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
imagine hating someone so much that you live just long enough to screw them over.. gotta love a petty mf😂
@lilitharam44
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
He sounds like a normal guy, which was kind of rare for a royal. Good for him!
@ajitaawscienceandspirtuali1618
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Tell us about king Shivaji from Maharashtra India.
@jamesgale2147
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
Very entertaining indeed, well put together, presented and done with an editorial panache: well done !
@peterchaloner2877
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
There were no steam-powered ships in 1780. Change the picture.
@ollesvensson6439
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
The picture at 4:41 is not prince William. Its the prussian King Friedrich Wilhelm IV.
@spaghettiking7312
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
The man's a mad lad.
@markherron1407
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
SHAME ON YOU 😠 This is a FAKE 😠🤥 WHITEWASHED Image of King 👑 William IV The scripture says And laid open 👐 the book 📖 of the law wherein the HEATHEN had sought to paint (whitewash) the likeness of their images 1 Maccabees 3 48 Please STOP 🛑 WHITEWASHING OUR HISTORICAL FIGURES Whitewashing is RACIST and WRONG Blessings and Hugs 💖💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
@patrickkelley6780
December 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
When 'a' King thinks they are more then the Crown, the people [subjects] suffer, and criminals and scandals have a tendency to undermine the rule of law. The US is seeing this exact carnage unfold. Weakness of mind[s] leads to anarchy.
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