Charles II of England
Charles II of England was the king of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1649 to 1685, known for his reign during the Restoration period.
King
May 29, 1630
February 06, 1685
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Charles II of England, often referred to as The Merry Monarch, ruled over England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1660 to 1685. He is renowned for restoring the monarchy after a period of parliamentary rule and playing a significant role in the Restoration era. Charles II contributed to modernizing the navy and founding the Royal Society of London. His notorious personal life, which included a long-term affair with his mistress Barbara Villiers, further added to his infamy. Some prominent works and accomplishments associated with Charles II are the BBC series “The Restoration Man,” the movie “The Libertine,” and the novel “Royal Escape.” Additionally, he had a passion for theater and issued royal patents to various theater companies.