1685
| 1685 • James Stuart, Duke of York becomes James II of England and Ireland and King James VII of Scotland in succession to his brother Charles II (1630–1685), King of Great Britain since 1660. James II and VII reigns to 1688. |
1730
Apr
Age: 45y
| 1730 • Anna Ivanovna (Anna of Russia) becomes tsarina, following the death of her cousin, Tsar Peter II. |