July, 2016 - Carolyn M Cash - Writer and Historian

The Restoration: Charles II and His Kingdoms

Posted on 25 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Charles II made his triumphant royal entry into London to reclaim his three kingdoms on 29 May 1660. Many who welcomed the Restoration were soon disappointed.

Charles II of England, Scotland and Ireland (1660-1685)

Posted on 25 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Charles II was best known as the Merry Monarch but his reign also saw the rise of colonisation and trade in India, the East Indies and America.

The Great Plague of London

Posted on 21 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Great Plague was the biggest epidemic since the Black Death, as one-sixth of London’s population perished as the wealthy fled to their country estates.

Rebuilding London After The Great Fire

Posted on 21 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

A massive rebuilding programme took place after London’s Great Fire in 1666 and took about fifty years to complete.

The Great Fire of London: The Dreadful Judgement

Posted on 20 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Great Fire of London destroyed most of the medieval city within days. Some believed it was God’s judgement upon a sinful city, including Charles II’s debauched court.

Month: July 2016

The Restoration: Charles II and His Kingdoms

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Charles II of England, Scotland and Ireland (1660-1685)

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The Great Plague of London

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