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Mary & Anne: Sisters Divided by a Throne
Published 1 year, 3 months ago
Description
Mary and Anne Stuart, daughters of James II, played key roles in shaping Britain’s monarchy. Mary and her husband, William of Orange, took the throne in 1689 during the Glorious Revolution, deposing her Catholic father. Anne later became queen in 1702 and oversaw the Act of Union in 1707, uniting England and Scotland. Her death in 1714 ended the Stuart line, ensuring a Protestant succession.
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Narrated by: Rebecca Larson
Researched by: Emily Airey