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James Francis Edward Stewart Biography and Timeline

Follow James Francis Edward Stewart through 2 dated historical records for England.

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James Francis Edward Stewart, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1701–1701Years on this page

1701

16 September 1701

Jacobite Claim

Prince · Jacobite Claimant · Saint-Germain-en-Laye · House / House of Stewart

James assumes his father's claim to the English and Scottish crowns.

Role range: 1701-1766

16 September 1701

Recognition by France

Prince · Jacobite Claimant · Saint-Germain-en-Laye · House / House of Stewart

Louis XIV recognises James as James III of England and VIII of Scotland.

Role range: 1701-1766

Records, sources and methodology

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