Prince Edward, Duke of York and Alban y (1739-1767), was a member of the British royal family and the second son of Frederick, Prince of Wales, and Augusta of Saxe-Gotta. He was born on 15 March 1739 at St James’s Palace in London and was the grandson of George II, King of Great Britain.

Augustus Edward served as an officer in the British army, rising to the rank of Major General. In addition, he was a member of the Order of the Duke of York and of Albany, titles he received from his grandfather in 1760. In public life, he was also a member of the Queen’s Council, participating in Crown politics.

As for his connection with Freemasonry, Augustus Edward was a member of the Brotherhood, a widespread practice among the nobility of his time. However, no records survive of the ranks he held and the offices he held.

August Edward died on 17 September 1767, aged just 28, and was buried at Westminster Abbey, leaving a limited impact on British history due to his untimely death.