The Coronation of William III and Mary II, Westminster Abbey, London, 21st April 1689. Artist: Unknown

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The Coronation of William III and Mary II, Westminster Abbey, London, 21st April 1689. The King and Queen are shown kneeling on cushions whilst the crowns are lowered onto their heads. Spectators and figures in ceremonial dress are also present. The Protestant William of Orange (1650-1702) and Mary Stuart (1662-1694) came to the throne following the Glorious Revolution. They ruled together until Mary's death in 1694, after which William reigned alone.

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Size: 4556px × 3873px
Location: London,World,Europe,United Kingdom,England,Greater London,London,City of Westminster,Westminster
Photo credit: © Historica Graphica Collection/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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