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Mary II of England

Discover Mary II, a queen who ruled with her husband and changed England forever!

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The Fighting Cocks - pub in Moseley - Temperature Gauge / Barometer

The Fighting Cocks - pub in Moseley - Temperature Gauge / Barometer

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St Mary's in the Market Square, Lichfield and Boswell statue
Samuel Johnson statue beside St Mary's in the Market Square
St Mary the Virgin - The Parish Church of Acocks Green - Lychgate
Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, with her son Charles Fitzroy, illegitimate son of Charles II
Garrick Inn and Harvard House - Stratford Upon Avon
The Fighting Cocks - pub in Moseley - Wind direction
St Mary's in the Market Square, Lichfield
South Office Block - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - Royal coat of arms
Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, Mistress of Charles II
HMS Victory - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - Quarter Deck - South Office Block - Storehouses 10 & 11
St Mary's in the Market Square, Lichfield

Key Facts

Born
November 30, 1662.
Died
December 28, 1694.
Known For
Ruling England with her husband, William III.
Fun Fact
Mary loved collecting beautiful paintings and porcelain, filling her palaces with treasures.

Where Did Mary Live?

Mary II was a queen in England, a country across the big ocean from where you might live. England has green hills, busy cities, and sometimes rainy weather. It's an island, which means water is all around it! Imagine a giant playground surrounded by a bathtub. That's kind of like England being an island. She lived in grand palaces, like big castles with lots of rooms and fancy decorations.

A Queen's Big Job!

Mary II became queen with her husband, William. They had to make important decisions for the country, like how to keep everyone safe and happy. It was a bit like being the captain of a big ship, making sure everyone followed the rules and the ship sailed smoothly. She was a very important person who helped lead England during a time of big changes.

What Was Mary Like?

Mary loved to collect things, especially beautiful paintings and fancy porcelain dishes. Imagine having a room filled with your favorite toys and treasures! She was also very interested in learning and reading. She was known for being serious and thoughtful, like a student who always paid attention in class. She was a queen who cared about her country and its people.

Learning and Growing

Even though she was a princess, Mary was taught a lot. She learned languages and studied important subjects. She was very smart and curious. This helped her become a good queen later on. Learning is super important, and Mary knew that! It helped her understand the world and make wise choices for England.

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