William III of England
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About
King of England, Ireland and Scotland from 1689 until his death in 1702. Known as William of Orange, his victory at the Battle of the Boyne is commemorated by Unionists, who display orange colors in his honor.
Before Fame
From 1659, he spent seven years at the University of Leiden.
Trivia
He ruled with his wife and cousin Queen Mary II. Their reign is often referred to as that of "William and Mary."
Family Life
His father died of smallpox before he was born. When he was ten years old, his mother died of smallpox.
Associated With
He was succeeded by his sister-in-law Queen Anne, who was played by Olivia Colman in the 2018 film The Favourite.
