William Russell, Lord Russell (1639-1683) was an English politician. He was a leading member of the Country Party, forerunners of the Whigs, who opposed the succession of King James during the reign of King Charles II, ultimately resulting in his execution for treason.


William Russell, Lord Russell (1639-1683) was an English politician. He was a leading member of the Country Party, forerunners of the Whigs, who opposed the succession of King James during the reign of King Charles II, ultimately resulting in his execution for treason.


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