When did James II start his reign?
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James II began his reign in 1685, succeeding his brother Charles II. A devout Roman Catholic, James faced challenges from Protestant subjects who feared his religious policies. His attempts to grant religious freedom to Catholics and dissenters met with strong opposition, culminating in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his overthrow and replacement by his Protestant daughter Mary and her husband William of Orange.
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