William III of England, also known as William of Orange, was born on November 4, 1650. He became King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1689 after the Glorious Revolution, which saw him and his wife, Mary II, take the throne from James II. William was a key figure in the struggle against Catholicism in England and was instrumental in establishing a constitutional monarchy. William's reign lasted until his death in 1702. He is remembered for his efforts to strengthen the Protestant faith and for his role in the War of the Spanish Succession. His leadership helped shape the political landscape of England and solidified the power of Parliament over the monarchy.