nThe Prince Regent,
later George IV was very
unpopular with the people and was seen
as a waster of public money.
nIn 1820 he demanded
that Lord Liverpool's government
should get Parliament to grant
him a divorce.
nCaroline was
determined not go without a
fight and very popular with the public.
nRiots erupted right
across the country, including
London in support of Caroline
nLord Liverpool's
bill was kicked out of Parliament
and it looked like the Prince Regent
would dismiss the cabinet.
Threat Level?
Low: Indirect
High: Direct
Queen
Caroline Affair, 1820 - 21