British Revolution

Revolution Begins

Apr 16, 1688

The 1688 revolution, often referred to as the glorious revolution of 1688 ended the reign of James ll and ushered in the reign of William lll and Mary ll.

James ll son

Jun 10, 1688

Birth of James II's son sparks popular outrage

William of Orange

Nov 5, 1688

William of Orange lands with an army at Torbay

William and Mary

Feb 13, 1689

William and Mary are formally proclaimed king and queen

William's troops

Jul 27, 1689

Jacobite Highlanders defeat William III's troops in the Battle of Killiecrankie

Bill of Rights

Dec 16, 1689

The 1688 revolution, often referred to as the glorious revolution of 1688 ended the reign of James ll and ushered in the reign of William lll and Mary ll.
Bill of Rights is confirmed by Parliment