William III and II, also known as William of Orange, was the sovereign Prince of Orange from birth, Stadtholder of Holland, Zeeland, Utrecht, Guelders, and Overijssel in the Dutch Republic from 1672, and King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1689 until his death in 1702. He ruled England, Scotland, and Ireland with his wife, Queen Mary II, until her death in 1694; their joint reign is known as that of William and Mary.
William III of England, Prince of Orange, King of England, Scotland and Ireland (died 1702)
On November 14, in the year 1650, William III of England, Prince of Orange, King of England, Scotland and Ireland (died 1702). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of November 14, one of 415 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including William III of England. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on November 14, 1650 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 29 October 2026.
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