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William of Orange's Landing

Brixham, Devon

A secret invitation, an invasion, and a king who fled without a fight.

In 1688 a group of English nobles secretly invited the Dutch prince William of Orange to invade and replace the Catholic James II. On 5 November William landed at Brixham with a large army.

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When
5 November 1688
Where
50.3950, -3.5130
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A statue of William stands on Brixham harbour.

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