Articles related to "Charles Ii"

A plucky little girl, raised in the slums of London would rise to become one of England's most prominent women as the mistress of lusty Charles II during the Restoration.

Charles II fought for the English throne during the English Civil War, fighting Oliver Cromwell and his roundheads. His reign marks the Restoration period in England.

Aphra Behn was a playwright, novelist, poet and spy, and lived a bisexual life during Charles II of England's reign in the 17th century.

A school for poor children established in London in 1552 was more closely associated with the American colonies than any other English educational institution.

Dying in January 1721, aged eighty two, Frances was the last surviving child of Oliver Cromwell. However, she is also the least known of all his children.

Mother of George I, she came seven weeks away from achieving her life's ambition, that of being Queen of England. Sadly, it was not to be.

The English theatre of the Victorian age remains notorious in the annals of theatre history for its excesses in production, but this extravagance has historical roots.

The house of Stuart ruled England, Scotland and Ireland from 1603 until 1714. They ruled during the English Civil War as well as the Restoration period of Charles II.

England's most celebrated leading lady was actually a man during the Restoration, as women were forbidden to appear on stage. The law changes and he becomes unemployed.

Aphra Behn is considered the first professional Western woman writer and the first woman to have earned a living by pen and paper.

Sir Christopher Wren, designer of St Paul's Cathedral, is one of England's most well-known architects. How did this academic change the face of architecture in Britain

The Carolina land grant is issued in an attempt for England to oust Spain from America. It becomes an important agriculture area and shipping port.

The Dutch buy Manhattan from the Indians. The King of England gives the Duke of York New York/New Netherlands if he can take it away from the Dutch.

The ghostly gaggle haunting the building includes the Man in Gray, Charles Macklin, Dan Leno, King Charles II and, possibly, Joe Grimaldi.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse had its origins as a medieval abbey and is now a working palace and office for the Royal Family.

Sir Charles Cooted was one of the few Englishmen to survive the Confederate War, English Civil War, and then benefit from the Act of Settlement.

St. Edward's Crown has been used at the coronation of British sovereign since King Charles II.

With the creation of Great Britain, the Honours of Scotland lost their primary purpose, but remained an important symbol.

Both Thomas Hobbes and John Locke wrote very important constitutional, philosophical and political works during the course of the 17th century.

The intriguing and sinister history surrounding The Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels are kept, makes it one of London's most captivating tourist attractions.

The regalia contains the ceremonial objects used during coronations and State events.

Grinling Gibbons, influenced by the Baroque style of the Netherlands, created realistic still life woodcarvings from limewood. His skill has never been surpassed.

The Imperial State Crown contains some of the world's most famous gems.

The V&A's new exhibition looks at the style known as Baroque. How and why did it spread across Europe? Why did the Roman Catholic Church adopt it so avidly?

Morgan's pirating career winds down. A title and post as lieutenant governor is conferred upon him. Now wealthy, he is one of the few pirates who ends up retiring.

It was the reign of King Charles I which was perhaps more than anything else responsible for initiating the conflict which led, ultimately, to the English Civil War.

William Penn uses his own wealth and that of other Quakers to insure than his colony of Pennsylvania would surpass all other American colonies to date.

Through his network of spies and control of the Post Office, John Thurloe thwarted numerous attempts on Cromwell's life.

Although best known for his epic poem "Paradise Lost", in his own lifetime, John Milton was a well-known political writer, a career that nearly got him killed.

Oliver Plunkett fought hard to restore the Catholic Church after the Confederate War, but the enemies he made would later testify against him during the Popish Plot.

Located at the end of the Royal Mile which starts at Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse lies at the base of Arthur's Seat, the highest peak in Holyrood Park

The return of England's Charles II from exile in Europe, and his Coronation in 1661, meant that theatrical performances could resume.

An emotional tale of one 17th Century actor's journey after women are suddenly allowed to perform.

The life of Colonel Thomas Blood, a man who, in dedicating his life to the return of his fortunes, was destined to be remembered as England's most audacious thief.

Edward V and his brother Richard, Duke of York, are best-known in history as "the Princes in the Tower" since the 15th Century. Their deaths still remain a great mystery.

Theatrical endeavours were soon reactivated in England and Ireland, but not in Scotland following the restoration of Charles II in1660.

When Sir Faithful Fortescue returned from Ireland on the eve of the English Civil War, he found himself fighting for Parliament. In the heat of battle he changed sides.

Aphra Behn was a poet, playwright, novelist, translator and spy. Born in 1640, she was one of the first English women to become a professional writer.

From 1603-1714, the Scottish royal House of Stuart also ruled England, Wales and Ireland but ultimately lost the British throne to what became the House of Windsor.

Soho has an interesting history. From being just a rural track hundreds of years ago it has developed over time into one of the most cosmopolitan areas in the city.

Claire Danes and Billy Crudup shine in this compelling drama depicting the transformation of women's roles on the English stage.

Direct and indirect policies regarding colonial affairs, coupled with decades of internal strife, provided the thirteen colonies with an opportunity to thrive.

From Tudor times, Somerset House on the River Thames has played many roles in the sometimes bloody history of London. It's a great place to visit, winter or summer.

The symbols include the Royal Sceptre, the Sovereign's Sceptre, the Ampulla and Annointing Spoon, and the Sovereign's Orb.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is one of the most popular toy breeds in the UK; now, the Cavalier is rising in popularity in the USA as a family and companion dog.

The Oxford coffee house was the perfect meeting place for intellectually curious, and argumentative male students. But the Oxford University authorities were watching.

Rochester's "Allusion to Horace" and "Imperfect Enjoyment" exemplify the harsh, honest language and explicitly sexual imagery that have earned him both notoriety and fame

William Penn becomes a devout Quaker. He receives a land grant from the king and establishes Pennsylvania as a haven for Quakers.

Crushed pineapple and nuts make Mexican Wedding Cake a tasty dessert that belies its simplicity. Iced with cream cheese frosting, it's sure to become a favorite.

Development of the Chapel Royal Christian music from the plainsongs to Anglican Chant, Canticles and Anthems.