James, Duke of York

James, Duke of York, was the second son of King James II of England, born in 1683. He played a significant role in British history as a military leader and politician, eventually becoming King James II after his brother. Known for his involvement in military campaigns and efforts to strengthen his family's power, his reign was marked by religious and political tensions that contributed to the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his abdication. His legacy is a complex mix of military service and the pivotal events that helped shape modern British constitutional monarchy.