William and Mary accept the crown
1689 · Event
The Convention Parliament declares that James has abdicated by fleeing, and offers the throne jointly to William and Mary — on condition they accept a Declaration of Right limiting the crown. They do. For the first time, an English monarch's title rests on Parliament's say-so.
On these timelines: The Glorious Revolution, England, United Kingdom (combined), Master
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