James II: Quick Facts
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| Also Known As | Duke of Albany, James • Duke of York, James |
|---|---|
| Born | October 14, 1633 • London • England |
| Died | September 16, 1701 or September 17, 1701 • France |
| Title / Office | king (1685-1688), England • king (1685-1688), Scotland • king (1685-1688), Ireland |
| House / Dynasty | House of Stuart |
| Notable Family Members | spouse Mary of Modena • father Charles I • mother Henrietta Maria • daughter Anne • daughter Mary II • son James Edward, the Old Pretender • brother Charles II • brother Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester • sister Mary of Orange • sister Henrietta Anne of England |
| Role In | Monmouth’s Rebellion |
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