They were both catholic kings, who wanted to rule as absolutists, but while Louis XIV was a prominent figure, James II could not establish his strong influence.
Explanation:
- King James II from the Stuart dynasty was overthrown in 1688 in the so-called Glorious Revolution was replaced by Protestant champion William Orange, who had previously been ruler of the Netherlands.
- He had to flee to France with his family, and took refuge with the King Louis XIV
- He was well received by Louis, who awarded him the castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, located not far from Paris.
- It was indeed a royal accommodation (Louis XIV himself was born in that castle, and he also served as his main residence before Versailles). James II had a real court organization at Saint-Germain-en-Laye, with courtiers and royalty.
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