
What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: WILLIAM AND MARY On the 7th December 1688 William of Orange arrived at The Bear on his march from Torbay to London meeting here on the morning of the 8th James II's Commissioners Lords Halifax Godolphin and Nottingham HUNGERFORD CELEBRATION 1688-1988 Recorded plaque organisation: HUNGERFORD CELEBRATION.
King William III of England played a crucial role in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to significant advancements in constitutional monarchy and parliamentary power; George Savile, Daniel Finch (Earl of Nottingham), and Sir Rt Hon. Sidney Godolphin were prominent political figures who met with William III during his march to London, contributing to the transition of power from James II.
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