Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703 on a site that had been in private ownership for at least 150 years. It was acquired by King George III in 1761 as a private residence for Queen Charlotte and became known as "The Queen's House". During the 19th century it was enlarged, principally by architects John Nash and Edward Blore, who constructed three wings around a central courtyard. Buckingham Palace became the London residence of the British monarch on the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. COUNT 9
QSN1 What was Buckingham Palace orginally known as? ANS1 Buckingham House QSN2 Who was Buckingham Palace was originally built for? ANS2 Duke of Buckingham QSN3 Which king acquired the Buckingham House in 1761? ANS3 King George III QSN4 What was Buckingham House known as when Queen Charlotte resided there? ANS4 "The Queen's House" QSN5 Which two architects were commissioned to enlarge Buckingham in the 19th century? ANS5 John Nash and Edward Blore QSN6 For whom was Buckingham house originally built? ANS6 Duke of Buckingham QSN7 Who bought Buckingham House in 1761? ANS7 King George III QSN8 Who enlarged the house in the 19th century? ANS8 John Nash and Edward Blore QSN9 When did the palace become the London residence for the monarchs? ANS9 1837