Half-length, standing slightly to the left, James II of England (1633-1701) is seen in wig, lace cravat and armor. Oval format. Inscribed below: Jacobus II dus D. G. Aug. Sco. Fra et Hib Rex. G.

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James II and his family were forced to flee, except for Mary and Anne who were welcomed by the Protestants. ... It led to him being dubbed James III of England and James VIII of Scotland.

James II outraged the established Church of England by offering “indulgence” to both Catholics and Dissenters. ... The England of the late 17th century was richer and more powerful than ever.

View King James II of England and VII of Scotland 1633-1701, in gilt-studded armour, white cravat tied with black ribbons by Samuel Cooper on artnet. Browse upcoming and past auction lots by Samuel ...

On June 10, 1688, Queen Mary of Modena gave birth to a boy. In little James Stuart, the Catholic King James II finally had the male heir he had so desperately sought.

Ships sank all the time in 17th-century Britain. But this one carried the future James II—and the tragedy was partially his fault.

Prince Charles Edward Stuart - or 'Bonnie Prince Charlie' as he's often known - was the grandson of James II, who was King of England in 1685. Image source, Print Collector. Image caption, ...

When he died, Charles II passed the throne on to his Catholic brother, James II of England. Filed under. death of queen elizabeth ii england King Charles III 9/8/22; Read Next ...

James II was the last Catholic monarch of England, Scotland and Ireland. He was part of the great Stuart dynasty. The son of Charles I, grandson of James I, and great-grandson of Mary, Queen of Scots.

He had at least 12 illegitimate children by mistresses, but left no legitimate heir. He was succeeded by his brother, James II of England (James VII of Scotland).