Charles II stepped back onto the throne of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 166

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Charles II Returns: England Restores Its Monarchy

Charles II stepped back onto the throne of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1660, ending a decade of republican rule and restoring the monarchy. This immediate return of royal authority dissolved the Commonwealth government and re-established the Church of England's dominance over religious life.

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May 29, 1660

366 years ago

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