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Unlike his brother, James was not cautious. He enlarged the army, defeated rebellion by Protestant pretenders to the throne, and ruled with little regard for tact. In open violation of the Test Act, James filled important positions in the army and civil services with Catholics. The English were prepared to tolerate James II as long as they thought he would be succeeded by his two Protestant daughters. However, when a son was born and a Catholic succession seemed assured, the Glorious Revolution became inevitable.

So yes, yes he did. That jerk.

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