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The Restoration was a very important turning point in British history. In 1660, after eleven years of republic rule, Charles II – Charles I’s son – was asked to come back and take up the throne. However, Charles II’s reign was not as peaceful as it could have been, as he had to face great challenges to his kingship. This topic is vital in terms of understanding critical aspects of late Stuart Great Britain and how the Stuarts shaped European history. With the academic and more popular studies listed below, teachers can help students to understand the complexities behind restoring a king to a throne – and its long-term implications.