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William of Orange was invited to take the throne in 1688; James II fled to France — the "Glorious Revolution"

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In which year did William of Orange invade England in the Glorious Revolution?

1660

1666

1685

1688

Explanation

William of Orange invaded England in 1688 in what became known as the Glorious Revolution. 1660 is the Restoration, 1666 is the Great Fire, and 1685 is when James II became king.