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Queen Mary II Facts

History’s Most Infamous Betrayal

On the surface, Mary II of England seemed like the ultimate good girl of the 17th century—but nothing could be further from the truth. Just a few years into Mary's controversial reign, disaster suddenly struck—and it was her worst nightmare come true.
September 16, 2024 Dancy Mason
Queen Mary II Facts

Defiant Facts About Mary II, The Traitor Queen

On the surface, Mary II of England seemed like the ultimate good girl of the 17th century—but nothing could be further from the truth.
June 13, 2024 Dancy Mason
William and Mary Facts

Forceful Facts About William and Mary, The First Modern Power Couple

William and Mary wed long before he became the last English King who won his crown by force—but their marriage had a disturbing dark side.
October 26, 2023 Kyle Climans
Queen Mary II Facts

Defiant Facts About Mary II, The Traitor Queen

On the surface, Mary II of England seemed like the ultimate good girl of the 17th century—but nothing could be further from the truth.
October 5, 2021 Dancy Mason
King William III Facts

Divisive Facts About William III Of England, The Conquering King

You don't steal a crown without making a few enemies, and William III had more than we can count—but this disturbing king was not one to be crossed lightly.
September 22, 2021 Melissa Gervais
William and Mary Facts

43 Forceful Facts About William and Mary, The First Modern Power Couple

William and Mary wed long before he became the last English King who won his crown by force—but their marriage had a disturbing dark side.
September 23, 2019 Kyle Climans


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