King George II was a British king born on October 30, 1683. He ruled from 1727 until his death in 1760. George II is known for his involvement in various military conflicts, including the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War. He was the last British monarch to be born outside of Great Britain, and his reign saw significant developments in British politics and colonial expansion. George II's legacy includes his contributions to the formation of the British Empire.